Racing Books

This book really has it all. It gives you details about AJ Foyt's life and puts them into an emotioanl context that allows you to visit his world. On the other extreme it gives you a window into the world of this brave man who could not go fast enough. You get the feeling that you are really learning about the man himself. The relationship with his father is a beautiful one and if you are not careful can bring a tear to your eye. AJ Foyt certainly has 'the right stuff.'

I have many books about the man and the machine but as you would expect the best details come from Black Jack's own pen. Excellent information especially his pre Grand Prix life and Cooper years which aren't covered well in other Brabham books. Great photos from his personal collection. Best of all you get his true feelings about his career, life and specific incidents.

This book is a must have if you are a serious fan of the history of Formula One.

While no single book has all there is to know about the E-Type. Each one makes its contribution.
Paul Skilleter does a fine job of introducing you to the E-type, giving unique historical info (along with photographics of the monocoque's development.) He points out the salient differences in each series, and even tackles the job of providing information assiting the owner with maintaining an E-Type. Skilleter covers a lot of ground in this compact, very readable book.
A far better distillation of E-type info than many of the coffee table books that attempt tackle the entire Jaguar line.

This book and the related 2nd volume (1954-on), are the definitive texts on Jaguar
motorsports history. The richly detailed text and profusely illustrated chapters make
this book a delightful read. It is sure to please Jaguar enthusiasts and historic racing
fans.

Paul Skilleter probably knows more about the XJ-S than anyone else, and it's all here. He is British, yet he manages to cover details of all of the international variations in spec. Complete production and racing history, driving impressions, and sober buying tips are all included and all first rate. Highly recommended.

Although some five books about me, all for younger readers, were written back when I was having my fifteen minutes' worth, this is the best. It is accurate, well-written and comprehensive. I also gave Mr. Olney the use of some family photos not found elsewhere. My own autobiography, on offer by Sterling Lord of Sterling Lord Literistic in NY, awaits a publisher; but in the meantime, try this.

Here's another excellent book from John, with every statistic you could ever want to know about Jeff Gordon, and arranged in a way that makes it easy to find. Check his record at one track. Check his record for one year. And it's loaded with great pictures of the Rainbow Warrior in action and some great commentary for your reading pleasure. If you know a Jeff Gordon fan, they gotta have this book!!!

As the title says, this is not just another Jeff Gordon book! This book is an excellent gift for any JG #24 fan...a friend, a family member, or to yourself!! It is on quality paper, and the book as lots and lots of awesome photos. He's a top driver, of course, so has many fans, make one happier today.

Biography of Jeff Gordon, who excelled in car racing at a young age and is currently considered a leader in the sport. His story is one of not quitting, even when the odds are against you. When he ws 4 years old, his stepdad threatened to take away his two wheeler if he could not master riding without training wheels, so he practiced all day and when his stepdad returned, he could ride. Later, when he startted racing, he was underage for many races, so he tried to look older by using eyebrow pencil on his mustache in order to compete. Eventually his family moved to the midwest where there were no age barriers for races, so he could regularly compete. Besides being an excellent racer, he is a positive role model to youth, giving much of his earnings to charities. Includes photographs, glossary, index, and bibliography.

He's young. He's won the Daytona 500. He's won the Winston Points Championship. He's a NASCAR legend. He drives number 24. He's mobbed wherever he races. He's Jeff Gordon and he's the subject of this book.

As a part of the Racing Superstar Series, this book take you down victory lane or pit row with one a the true giants in the world of auto racing. Follow along in Jeff Gordon's career to the beginnings and to the rise to superstar.

The book is less than hundred pages and makes quick reading. The author gives you a good look into the life of Jeff Gordon and his triumphs and failures. Overall this book is very good and makes a great gift for the auto-racing fan in your life.