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Where it all began. Courage, skill and survival on the edge.

75 YEARS OF THE PODIUM - The 1950s

75 YEARS OF THE PODIUM - The 1950s

Before the glamour, there was grit. Before the billions, there was belief.

The pioneers of Formula 1 raced on public roads, past trees and stone walls, in cars with no seatbelts and no margin for error. Some were driven by experience. Others by instinct. All were willing to risk everything for speed.

They built a sport from almost nothing. Some paid the highest price. All deserve to be remembered.

This is where the story of Formula 1 begins.

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  • PAGES

    166 pages

  • DIMENSIONS

    6 x 9 inches
    (15.25 x 22.86cm)

  • FORMAT

    Paperback
    Matt cover

  • PRINT

    High quality
    Printed to order

  • SHPPING

    Dispatched in
    3 - 5 working days

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  • ABOUT THIS BOOK

    ABOUT THIS BOOK

    The 1950s was the dawn of Formula 1. A decade of fearless pioneers, brutal machines and circuits carved from public roads.

    From Silverstone to Monza, Monaco to Nürburgring, this book covers every Grand Prix of the 1950s, capturing the battles, breakthroughs and personalities that shaped a new sport.

    Relive the rise of Fangio, the drama of hard-fought victories and the evolution of Formula 1 as it forged its identity.

    • Every 1950s Grand Prix covered
    • Focus on podium battles and key rivalries
    • Detailed race-by-race storytelling
    • The complete human story of the decade

  • Drivers became legends
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  • A Must-Have for Every Formula 1 Fan

    As a lifelong F1 enthusiast, I absolutely loved this deep dive into the 1950s. The book meticulously covers every podium of the decade, blending stats with captivating stories behind the races and drivers. It’s both informative and a pleasure to read. Perfect for history buffs and racing fans alike.

    Gabrielle - Italy

  • Headline: Fascinating Look at F1’s Golden Decade

    This book offers a detailed and engaging journey through Formula 1 in the 1950s, covering every podium and race with both historical depth and storytelling flair. The author captures the grit, drama, and evolution of the sport in a way that... Read more

    M - Germany

  • Perfect for F1 Fans

    As a lifelong F1 fan, this book brought the 1950s to life in a way I’ve never experienced before. The race-by-race breakdown made me feel like I was right there, hearing the engines roar and watching legends like Fangio and Moss defy death. It doesn’t glamorize the era but it honours it, with gritty... Read
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    Eetu1234 - United States

  • Great look at a fantastic decade in the sport

    Formula one was one of the things I could watch with my dad. It connected us. That’s why I picked up this book to have a peek into the history of the sport. It covers an amazing time in the 50s, the drivers and the fantastic rivalries of the time... Read more

    Dakota18 - United States

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