Legends A Chequered History

About the Book

From the first international motor race in 1895, to today's high-tech supercars, author and illustrator Simon Read takes the reader on a journey through the evolution of Grand Prix Racing. The major breakthroughs, events and personalities are discussed alongside more than 500 illustrations, ranging from ink sketches and watercolours to technical explanations of key principles.

‘Legends’ is packed with sketches, diagrams and paintings, both newly created for this book and archive material from a lifetime spent drawing and painting racing cars. This is a book for the enthusiast, those who stand in awe at the show, the machinery, the drivers, the wizards who put it all together and the great glamorous, colourful spectacle that is Grand Prix racing.

About the Author

Now in his 40's, Simon Read has spent most of working life painting and drawing racing cars. His artwork has been commissioned by teams and manufacturers involved with Grand Prix racing, Sportscars, Classics, Historic racing, V8 Supercars and numerous museums and private collectors. Simon lives and works in Adelaide, South Australia.