Sir Stirling Moss Pořadí knih (chronologicky)

In this personal narrative, Stirling Moss shares his motor racing journey, enriched by over 300 captivating photographs, many of which will surprise even his most devoted fans. He reflects on his childhood, his rise to fame as 'Mr Motor Racing,' and the abrupt end of his career following a crash at Goodwood in 1962. The book highlights both his triumphs and challenges, showcasing nearly 100 different cars he drove throughout his dynamic racing life. Moss began in 1948 with 500cc Coopers, gaining recognition with HWM, ERA, and Cooper F2 cars, eventually driving his own F1 Maserati 250F. The 1955 season with Mercedes is a standout, featuring victories in the Mille Miglia and the British Grand Prix. His desire to succeed with British cars led to two remarkable F1 seasons with Vanwall (1957–58), where he narrowly missed the World Championship, alongside sports car achievements with Aston Martin. He also raced rear-engined Cooper and Lotus F1 cars with Rob Walker (1958–62), including two memorable wins at the Monaco GP. The diverse range of sports cars he drove included Jaguars, Maseratis, Ferraris, and Porsches, among others. His busy career also saw him rallying with Sunbeams, record-breaking at Bonneville, and even kart racing. This book commemorates the 60th anniversary of Moss's legendary 1955 Mille Miglia victory, with a foreword by 2014 Formula One World Champion Lewis Hamilton.

The Treasures of Formula One is not only a riveting history of the most prestigious formula in motor racing but also a unique treasure of photographs and removable items of facsimile memorabilia. Bruce Jones' text drives you through the early years of motoring and racing, the first Grand Prix, and the birth of the World Drivers Championship. And, as well as the narrative history running through the book, there are special features on the great races, teams, and drivers, all accompanied by magnificent photography and augmented by items of removable memorabilia from the Donington Grand Prix Collection, the largest of its kind in the world. The Treasures of Formula One is a winner from the red lights to the chequered flag.

Offering a celebration of motoring racing, dating back to its origins in 1906, this title allows F1 fans to see just how much things have technically changed over the years but paradoxically how many of the fundamentals of motor racing remained unaltered.

From its humble beginnings to becoming a premier name in the automotive world, this comprehensive history captures the essence of Daimler-Benz (now DaimlerChrysler). The journey begins with pioneers Carl Benz, Gottlieb Daimler, and William Maybach, who, in the late 1880s, independently explored the internal combustion engine, laying the groundwork for the German automotive industry. Initially, competition thrived between Benz & Cie. and Daimler Motoren Gesellschaft as they crafted the first motorwagens and established markets. Their innovations contributed to the emergence of an entire industry by World War I, but the war's aftermath severely impacted both companies and the German economy. By the early 1920s, a merger became essential for survival, leading to the formation of Daimler-Benz on June 29, 1926, and the birth of the iconic Mercedes-Benz brand. Under the lens of renowned automotive photographer and author Dennis Adler, the narrative unfolds through decades, showcasing the marque's rise from racing glory to its current status as a benchmark for excellence. Featuring archival and original photographs, the story highlights the beauty and power of automobiles, chronicling the evolution from early models to modern Mercedes-Benzes. Today, the brand remains a global leader in design, safety, and innovation, setting standards that others aspire to achieve.