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Discover 'Watching the Wheels: The Autobiography' by Damon Hill, a compelling memoir detailing Hill's extraordinary journey through the golden era of Formula One. In this 320-page book, published by Pan Macmillan UK, the World Champion shares intimate stories about competing against legends like Ayrton Senna and Michael Schumacher, while navigating the complexities of his father's legacy, Graham Hill. This candid autobiography delves deep into the exhilarating yet perilous world of Motorsport, offering unparalleled insights into the challenges faced by drivers and the emotional toll of the sport. Damon Hill opens up about personal tragedies, including the heart-wrenching loss of his father and the devastating impact of Ayrton Senna's untimely death on his life and career. Whether you're a hardcore racing fan or new to the sport, this book is a must-read for anyone interested in the realities behind the roaring engines and competitive spirit of Formula One. Each chapter is filled with raw emotion, making it a true testament to the resilience and passion of a racing driver. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled. Get your copy of this brand-new autobiography now and witness the gripping journey of one of Formula One’s most iconic figures in the sport's history.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509831913
Year: 2016
Publisher: Pan Macmillan UK
Pages: 320
Description:
For the first time ever, Damon Hill tells the story of his journey through the last golden era of the sport when he took on the greats including Ayrton Senna and Michael Schumacher and emerged victorious as World Champion in 1996, stepping out of the shadow of his legendary father Graham Hill.
Away from the grid, Watching the Wheels: The Autobiography is an astonishingly candid account of what it was like to grow up as the son of one of the country's most famous racing drivers. It also tells the unflinching story of dealing with the grief and chaos that followed his father's tragically early death in an aircraft accident in 1975, when Damon was 15 years old.
Formula One drivers have always been aware of their mortality, and the rush that comes with the danger of racing was as intoxicating for Hill as it had been for his father's generation, until he came face-to-face with catastrophe when his team-mate, Ayrton Senna, was killed in 1994. The swirling emotions that Hill was faced with in light of the death of Senna was a defining moment for his generation of drivers and for the first time ever Hill talks candidly about the impact that Senna had on his life, even as he watched his own son step into motor racing.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781509831913
Year: 2016
Publisher: Pan Macmillan UK
Pages: 320
Description:
For the first time ever, Damon Hill tells the story of his journey through the last golden era of the sport when he took on the greats including Ayrton Senna and Michael Schumacher and emerged victorious as World Champion in 1996, stepping out of the shadow of his legendary father Graham Hill.
Away from the grid, Watching the Wheels: The Autobiography is an astonishingly candid account of what it was like to grow up as the son of one of the country's most famous racing drivers. It also tells the unflinching story of dealing with the grief and chaos that followed his father's tragically early death in an aircraft accident in 1975, when Damon was 15 years old.
Formula One drivers have always been aware of their mortality, and the rush that comes with the danger of racing was as intoxicating for Hill as it had been for his father's generation, until he came face-to-face with catastrophe when his team-mate, Ayrton Senna, was killed in 1994. The swirling emotions that Hill was faced with in light of the death of Senna was a defining moment for his generation of drivers and for the first time ever Hill talks candidly about the impact that Senna had on his life, even as he watched his own son step into motor racing.