{"product_id":"silverstones-first-grand-prix-1948-the-race-on-the-runways-9781398120662","title":"Silverstone's First Grand Prix: 1948 the Race on the Runways","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eThe first Grand Prix at Silverstone in 1948 was a wild and dangerous event, with drivers racing flat out from opposite ends of a long runway and improvising corners with hay bales. Despite this, there were no head-on collisions, and the next year a more sensible arrangement was devised. However, none of the subsequent Grand Prix at Silverstone have quite engendered the same excitement as that first one, which was held on a long-disused airfield bereft of modern amenities. Silverstone's First Grand Prix is a vivid recreation of that important day for British motor sport, following the various leading participants, both drivers and organizers, as fate draws them inexorably to Silverstone from different parts of the world and from very varied experiences, not least in the recent war. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 128 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 15 August 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Amberley Publishing\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe inaugural Grand Prix event held at Silverstone in 1948 was a chaotic spectacle, with Grand Prix drivers racing flat out from opposite ends of a long runway, only to turn away from each other at the last moment at corners improvised with hay bales. Despite the risks, there were no head-on collisions, and the organizers devised a more sensible arrangement for the following year. However, none of the subsequent Grand Prix at Silverstone, despite the ever-increasing glamour and hype, have quite captured the same excitement as that first race.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSilverstone's First Grand Prix is a captivating recreation of that pivotal day in British motor sport. It goes beyond a mere description of the historic race and delves into the lives of the various leading participants, both drivers and organizers. We witness their journeys as fate brings them inexorably to Silverstone from diverse corners of the world, each with their unique experiences, particularly from the recent war.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eOnce the RAC's International Grand Prix of 1948 concludes, the story takes a surprising turn, revealing what fate had in store for these remarkable individuals. The race becomes a testament to the indomitable spirit of motor racing and the resilience of those who dared to dream and pursue their passions, even in the face of adversity.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSilverstone's First Grand Prix is a testament to the enduring legacy of motor racing and the impact it has had on the world. It reminds us of the thrilling moments and the remarkable individuals who have shaped the sport's history. Whether you are a seasoned racing fan or a newcomer to the world of motorsports, this book is a must-read for anyone who wants to experience the excitement and drama of the early days of Grand Prix racing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 402g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 164 x 234 x 11 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781398120662\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Anthony Meredith,Gordon Blackwell","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44526025965818,"sku":"9781398120662","price":12.13,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1692379000227_book.jpg?v=1693392552","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/silverstones-first-grand-prix-1948-the-race-on-the-runways-9781398120662","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}