The Great Race
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A thrilling work of narrative non-fiction for young readers, The Great Race chronicles the legendary 1908 New York-to-Paris automobile race — one of the most audacious and grueling competitions in history. David Hill brings to life the extraordinary journey of drivers and their crews as they battled treacherous terrain, brutal weather, and mechanical breakdowns across thousands of miles of uncharted roads, frozen tundra, and open ocean crossings. Written with a propulsive, adventure-driven tone, the account captures the fierce national rivalries and sheer human determination that defined this epic contest. Hill presents the race not merely as a sporting event, but as a defining moment in the early age of the automobile, illustrating how ambition, ingenuity, and endurance pushed both man and machine to their absolute limits. Accessible and fast-paced, it is a gripping read that brings a forgotten chapter of history roaring back to life.
Author: David Hill
Format: Paperback
Published: 2012, William Heinemann Australia
Genre: Adventure fiction
Condition remarks:
Book: Good
Jacket: No dust jacket
Pages: Good
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Condition as shown in image
A thrilling work of narrative non-fiction for young readers, The Great Race chronicles the legendary 1908 New York-to-Paris automobile race — one of the most audacious and grueling competitions in history. David Hill brings to life the extraordinary journey of drivers and their crews as they battled treacherous terrain, brutal weather, and mechanical breakdowns across thousands of miles of uncharted roads, frozen tundra, and open ocean crossings. Written with a propulsive, adventure-driven tone, the account captures the fierce national rivalries and sheer human determination that defined this epic contest. Hill presents the race not merely as a sporting event, but as a defining moment in the early age of the automobile, illustrating how ambition, ingenuity, and endurance pushed both man and machine to their absolute limits. Accessible and fast-paced, it is a gripping read that brings a forgotten chapter of history roaring back to life.