Campbell, Malcolm
My Thirty Years of Speed
- ISBN 13:
- 9781739159764
- author:
- Campbell, Malcolm
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Daredevil
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 23.4 x 15.6 x 1.7 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Biography, General, Sports & Recreation,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 5 working days
Description
Sir Malcolm Campbell's autobiography is a thrilling account of his life-long passion for speed. After serving in the Royal Flying Corps during the First World War, Campbell turned his attention to land speed record breaking, driven by a desire to push the limits of human endurance. His remarkable achievements, including setting the record for the fastest land speed in 1931, are recounted in vivid detail. Campbell's story is one of bravery, determination, and a willingness to take risks. He shares tales of his adventures, including his experiences as a motor racing driver and his treasure hunting exploits in the Cocos Islands. The book is illustrated with over 60 photographs, bringing the story to life with a sense of excitement and danger. This autobiography offers a unique insight into a pioneering period for land speed record breaking and racing car development. Campbell's story is a testament to the power of human ingenuity and the thrill of competition.