Williams, Richard
24 Hours
- ISBN 13:
- 9781398517257
- author:
- Williams, Richard
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Simon & Schuster Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 512
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 13 x 3.1 centimetres (0.3
- Genre:
- History
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
The 24 Hours of Le Mans: A Centenary Celebration The 24 Hours of Le Mans, one of the world's most iconic motorsports events, celebrates its centenary in 2023. Created by a group of Frenchmen in 1923, the event has remained uniquely compelling to spectators, manufacturers, and drivers alike. Over the decades, the race has acquired a rich folklore, with stories of daring feats, tragic accidents, and legendary competitors. From the early days of Bugatti, Bentley, and Alfa Romeo, to the modern era of Ferrari, Porsche, and Audi, the 24 Hours of Le Mans has been marked by fierce inter-marque rivalry and record-breaking performances. The event has also been the subject of several Hollywood films, including Le Mans and Le Mans '66. However, it was also the site of the greatest tragedy in motor racing history, when 82 people lost their lives in a single accident in 1955. This book tells the remarkable story of the 24 Hours of Le Mans, exploring the skill, courage, and technical brilliance of the men and women who have made the event its worldwide renown.
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