Grand Prix: An Illustrated History of Formula 1

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • A thrilling illustrated history of Formula 1 racing—from its fascinating origins and inner workings to the top drivers of the twentieth century and today—by celebrated motorsports broadcaster and Formula 1: Drive to Survive commentator Will Buxton. “A valuable and welcome addition to the library of any lifelong F1 fan, as well as for any curious individual new to the world of F1.” — Mario Andretti. HONORABLE MENTION: PARIS DESIGN AWARD FOR ILLUSTRATION/DESIGN. Over seventy years, Formula 1 has grown from a niche sport into a global phenomenon followed by more than a billion fans. With just twenty drivers competing at speeds over 220 mph on the world’s most glamorous and challenging tracks, F1 is the ultimate test of machine and humankind. In Grand Prix, Buxton chronicles the past, present, and future of F1 in an engaging, accessible format: meet historical heroes like Giuseppe Farina and modern icons such as Lewis Hamilton and Max Verstappen; discover the teams they raced for and the tracks they mastered; explore how teams operate from factory to race weekend, car design and safety evolution, the art of the pitstop, and the future of motor racing. Filled with bold, dynamic illustrations and immersive storytelling, Grand Prix is the definitive introduction to the world’s fastest sport.