American Automobile Racing : An Illustrated History by Bochroch, Albert R - 1974

Hardback. Very Good.

Cambridge, UK: Patrick Stephens, 1974. Hardcover. Very Good/Very Good. 4to - over 9¾ - 12" tall. 260pp. Brown cloth-covered boards, gilt titles on spine. Boards a little mottle towards edges. Text block edges foxing. Illustrative endpapers. Illustrated throughout with black and white photographs. Internally neat, clean, bright and tight. Dust jacket has light shelf wear and chipping to edges. The complete story of American automobile racing in one volume, from American participation in the 1894 European events, and the very first gasoline-automobile race held in the US - the Chicago Times-Herald in 1895 to the United States Auto Clubs announcement of improved safety regulations sparked by the tragic 1973 Indianapolis 500. A large and heavy volume which will require an additional charge for overseas delivery. 4to.

United Kingdom: Patrick Stephens, 1974. Sparked by the tragic 1973 Indianapolis 500, Albert R Bochroch has chronicled the leading aspects of the racing scene: events, circuits, organisations, honours and personalities. His text abounds with the excitement, the dedication, the sacrifices, and the very spirit of this intense sport. Some edgewear to jacket.. First Edition. Hardback. Very Good/Very Good. 259 Pages.

a4 pile grey: Patrick Stephens Ltd, 1974. Hardcover. Used: Acceptable. Condition good, clean with dust jacket. ref ZKVQ