Retells the stories, revisits the settings and reveals the characters involved in what have been some of the most thrilling and iconic motor races between 1935 and 2011. Featuring such greats as Tazio Nuvolari, Stirling Moss, Juan Fangio, and James Hunt, to name just a few, the book also includes fan photos and memorabilia collected during the era, and personal experiences of many of these great events.
Reg May has put pen to paper to create a record of iconic and historic races, including such classics as the 1955 Mille Miglia, and the 1957 German Grand Prix – races that the author has heard and read about or attended since his childhood, and that have left a lasting impression.
With personal opinions, careful observations, and measured reflections on motor racing in general, Reg has added his own personal experiences of motor racing and, in so doing, penned a volume that excites as well as informs the reader.
Reg injects his infectious enthusiasm for the sport, whilst painting a vivid picture of each event and its backdrop, Racing with Heroes captures the atmosphere of these great races, immersing the reader in the action as history is made.
Experience the atmosphere of thrilling and iconic races from 1935 to 2011
Includes race reports, personal views and experiences
Photographs from the featured events
Featured races include circuit maps
Pen and ink driver illustrations of three World Champions
Incorporates personal memorabilia, acquired over the years
Contains descriptions and experiences from ex-racing driver Bob Cook
Reveals the author’s thoughts on, and personal experiences of, racing
Packed with background information on races and drivers
