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12 Hours of Sebring
Knygos.lt nariams
59,91 €
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Įprastai
85,59 €
- Planuojame turėti už 217 d.
Take a visually exhilarating, era-by-era tour of America’s most grueling endurance race, tracing its evolution from postwar improvisation to international prominence. Born on the cracked concrete runways of a former military training base, the Twelve Hours of Sebring has spent 75 years forging a reputation as one of the most punishing—and unpredictable—races in motorsport. Beginning with the unlikely origins of Hendricks Field and the vision of Alec Ulmann, 12 Hours of Sebring: 75 Years of Roug…
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- Autorius: Ken Breslauer
- Leidėjas: Quarto Publishing Plc IWUK
- Metai: 2027
- Puslapiai: 224
- ISBN: 9798317902261
- Formatas: 24.8 x 30.5 x 1.2 cm, kieti viršeliai
- Kalba: Anglų
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Take a visually exhilarating, era-by-era tour of America’s most grueling endurance race, tracing its evolution from postwar improvisation to international prominence.
Born on the cracked concrete runways of a former military training base, the Twelve Hours of Sebring has spent 75 years forging a reputation as one of the most punishing—and unpredictable—races in motorsport. Beginning with the unlikely origins of Hendricks Field and the vision of Alec Ulmann, 12 Hours of Sebring: 75 Years of Rough-and-Tumble Racing traces Sebring’s rise from obscurity to global recognition, its golden-age battles, near-collapse in the 1970s, and ultimate resurgence as a cornerstone of modern endurance racing.
Structured chronologically, each chapter captures a defining era in Sebring history—from the birth of American endurance racing in the early 1950s to the high-stakes manufacturer battles of today—revealing how the race has continually adapted while retaining its brutally challenging character. Along the way, you will experience:
Featuring dramatic race accounts, behind-the-scenes conflicts, and unforgettable moments, this book captures the full spectrum of Sebring’s history—from shocking upsets and mechanical heartbreak to dominant performances by racing’s greatest teams.
Presented in a richly illustrated format, the book includes:
Through war-era origins, political infighting, wild finishes, and modern manufacturer battles, Sebring remains what it has always been: a race where survival is never guaranteed—and victory must be earned the hard way.
For anyone who loves fast cars and motorsport endurance racing, this display-worthy book is a must-have.
Born on the cracked concrete runways of a former military training base, the Twelve Hours of Sebring has spent 75 years forging a reputation as one of the most punishing—and unpredictable—races in motorsport. Beginning with the unlikely origins of Hendricks Field and the vision of Alec Ulmann, 12 Hours of Sebring: 75 Years of Rough-and-Tumble Racing traces Sebring’s rise from obscurity to global recognition, its golden-age battles, near-collapse in the 1970s, and ultimate resurgence as a cornerstone of modern endurance racing.
Structured chronologically, each chapter captures a defining era in Sebring history—from the birth of American endurance racing in the early 1950s to the high-stakes manufacturer battles of today—revealing how the race has continually adapted while retaining its brutally challenging character. Along the way, you will experience:
- The founding years (1940s–1950s): improvised circuits, political battles, and the first legendary races
- International breakthrough (1950s–1960s): Sebring joins the world stage and attracts global manufacturers
- The glory years (1960s–early 1970s): iconic duels, superstar drivers, and peak prestige
- Crisis and reinvention (1970s–1990s): IMSA, declining facilities, wild races, and survival against the odds
- Modern endurance era (2000s–today): global manufacturers, technological leaps, and renewed prominence
Featuring dramatic race accounts, behind-the-scenes conflicts, and unforgettable moments, this book captures the full spectrum of Sebring’s history—from shocking upsets and mechanical heartbreak to dominant performances by racing’s greatest teams.
Presented in a richly illustrated format, the book includes:
- Archival photography spanning the race’s 75-year history
- Historic race cars from Ferrari, Porsche, Audi, Nissan, BMW, and more
- Biographical profiles of legendary drivers, innovators, and unlikely heroes
- Sidebars on pivotal events, controversies, and cultural moments
- Statistical records
- A complete timeline of Sebring history
Through war-era origins, political infighting, wild finishes, and modern manufacturer battles, Sebring remains what it has always been: a race where survival is never guaranteed—and victory must be earned the hard way.
For anyone who loves fast cars and motorsport endurance racing, this display-worthy book is a must-have.
Knygos.lt nariams
59,91 €
-30%
Įprastai
85,59 €
Planuojame turėti už 217 d.
- Autorius: Ken Breslauer
- Leidėjas: Quarto Publishing Plc IWUK
- Metai: 2027
- Puslapiai: 224
- ISBN: 9798317902261
- Formatas: 24.8 x 30.5 x 1.2 cm, kieti viršeliai
- Kalba: Anglų
Take a visually exhilarating, era-by-era tour of America’s most grueling endurance race, tracing its evolution from postwar improvisation to international prominence.
Born on the cracked concrete runways of a former military training base, the Twelve Hours of Sebring has spent 75 years forging a reputation as one of the most punishing—and unpredictable—races in motorsport. Beginning with the unlikely origins of Hendricks Field and the vision of Alec Ulmann, 12 Hours of Sebring: 75 Years of Rough-and-Tumble Racing traces Sebring’s rise from obscurity to global recognition, its golden-age battles, near-collapse in the 1970s, and ultimate resurgence as a cornerstone of modern endurance racing.
Structured chronologically, each chapter captures a defining era in Sebring history—from the birth of American endurance racing in the early 1950s to the high-stakes manufacturer battles of today—revealing how the race has continually adapted while retaining its brutally challenging character. Along the way, you will experience:
Featuring dramatic race accounts, behind-the-scenes conflicts, and unforgettable moments, this book captures the full spectrum of Sebring’s history—from shocking upsets and mechanical heartbreak to dominant performances by racing’s greatest teams.
Presented in a richly illustrated format, the book includes:
Through war-era origins, political infighting, wild finishes, and modern manufacturer battles, Sebring remains what it has always been: a race where survival is never guaranteed—and victory must be earned the hard way.
For anyone who loves fast cars and motorsport endurance racing, this display-worthy book is a must-have.
Born on the cracked concrete runways of a former military training base, the Twelve Hours of Sebring has spent 75 years forging a reputation as one of the most punishing—and unpredictable—races in motorsport. Beginning with the unlikely origins of Hendricks Field and the vision of Alec Ulmann, 12 Hours of Sebring: 75 Years of Rough-and-Tumble Racing traces Sebring’s rise from obscurity to global recognition, its golden-age battles, near-collapse in the 1970s, and ultimate resurgence as a cornerstone of modern endurance racing.
Structured chronologically, each chapter captures a defining era in Sebring history—from the birth of American endurance racing in the early 1950s to the high-stakes manufacturer battles of today—revealing how the race has continually adapted while retaining its brutally challenging character. Along the way, you will experience:
- The founding years (1940s–1950s): improvised circuits, political battles, and the first legendary races
- International breakthrough (1950s–1960s): Sebring joins the world stage and attracts global manufacturers
- The glory years (1960s–early 1970s): iconic duels, superstar drivers, and peak prestige
- Crisis and reinvention (1970s–1990s): IMSA, declining facilities, wild races, and survival against the odds
- Modern endurance era (2000s–today): global manufacturers, technological leaps, and renewed prominence
Featuring dramatic race accounts, behind-the-scenes conflicts, and unforgettable moments, this book captures the full spectrum of Sebring’s history—from shocking upsets and mechanical heartbreak to dominant performances by racing’s greatest teams.
Presented in a richly illustrated format, the book includes:
- Archival photography spanning the race’s 75-year history
- Historic race cars from Ferrari, Porsche, Audi, Nissan, BMW, and more
- Biographical profiles of legendary drivers, innovators, and unlikely heroes
- Sidebars on pivotal events, controversies, and cultural moments
- Statistical records
- A complete timeline of Sebring history
Through war-era origins, political infighting, wild finishes, and modern manufacturer battles, Sebring remains what it has always been: a race where survival is never guaranteed—and victory must be earned the hard way.
For anyone who loves fast cars and motorsport endurance racing, this display-worthy book is a must-have.
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