The legendary story of Frank Williams and his F1 team in their own words

Williams

The definitive oral history of the Williams F1 team - as told by those on the inside

Maurice Hamilton has been covering Formula 1 as a freelance journalist since 1977. He has attended more than 450 Grands Prix, including every race since 1984. The author of 19 books, Hamilton also commentates on the Grands Prix for BBC Radio 5 Live.

A story of true drive – now the topic of a major documentary 
 
Founded in 1977 by Sir Frank Williams and Patrick Head, Williams F1 represents the last of the true independent teams; a company devoid of corporate dogma and run by enthusiasts driven by a love of racing and the satisfaction that comes with beating the rest of the world. Since its first Grand Prix victory at Silverstone on 14 July 1979, the team has won a further 116 GPs, delivered seven World Champions - among them Nigel Mansell and Damon Hill - and won nine Constructors Championships. 
 
This is the definitive history of the Williams team as told by those who have worked for Williams past and present. At the heart of the book are Sir Frank's personal recollections, along with memories and anecdotes from those at every level: from the shop floor to the upper strata of management; from the mechanics and machinists to the drivers - Mansell, Hill, Alain Prost and Alan Jones among them. It relates both the incredible highs of winning against the odds while never shying the terrible lows - the tragic deaths of Piers Courage in 1970 and Ayrton Senna in 1994 among them. 
 
Conveying the history and soul of a unique band of people, Williams F1 explains exactly why the Williams team is held in more affection than any other team in Britain, if not the world.

Working The Wheel

A unique and dramatic driver's-eye account of F1's classic circuits from the sport's most popular commentator

A nail-biting account of driving the great race-tracks of the world, told through a Formula One driver's eyes

A pithy and entertaining account of motor racing as a professional driver

Martin Brundle is by far and away the best grand prix commentator around ... Working the Wheel is a modern classic ... A must for serious race fans

a fascinating look at his experiences in and out of the car. A must for any F1 fan

Martin Brundle's 12-year F1 career gave him eight podium finishes. He is Director of the British Racing Driver's Club and shareholder in the Brundle motor dealerships in his Native Norfolk. He has received two Royal Society of Television Awards for his commentary. 
 
Maurice Hamilton has been a freelance writer of F1 for 25 years. He has won four awards and written 15 books including ghosting Damon Hill's bestselling account of his 1994 season. He is motor racing correspondent for the Observer and F1 commentator for Radio 5 Live.

In this unique book the reader will have his armchair converted to the laid-down cockpit of a Formula One car and be swept around the world's classic motor racing circuits. He will experience the extraordinary sensations, the adrenaline and the atmosphere as told by the sport's best analyst. 
 
Together with F1's respected journalist, Maurice Hamilton, Brundle brings his infallible humour and insight, his experiences and opinion, to each of the circuits and its classic races. From the camber at Monaco, which will leave your wheels hanging in the air, to Melbourne and the dynamics behind the most dramatic crash of the decade. Encompassing such essential details as neck-snapping acceleration, smashing cars worth a quarter of a million, and the amount of sweat a driver will lose in a race, this is a rare F1 book - funny, opinionated, evocative and dramatic.

Maurice Hamilton

Martin Brundle

This affectionate biographical tome offers a host of fond memories and stories, including tributes from the great and the good of motor racing. A fascinating insight.

Wonderfully intertwines Walker's off-track life with his unwavering passion and love for motorsport. Incredible! serves as a reminder not only of what motorsport lost, but also everything it gained from the presence of Murray Walker. A must-read for all motorsport fans.

Bursting with tributes, insight and love for one of F1's giants. Well worth a read.

The iconic voice of our sport and a great man.

This celebration of his life features a multitude of tales about the man himself, with many anecdotes from those in the sport and who knew him best. It's a must-read.

Maybe old soldiers never die? His legacy and his memory is so strong, and what he gave to so many Formula 1 fans and number of people he affected, he became bigger than the sport, so we have got a lot to be thankful to Murray for.

A story very well written about a life extremely well lived.

Genius broadcaster and passionate soundtrack to generations of Formula 1 fans all around the world....the irreplaceable voice of F1.

A very special man in every respect... the perfect gentleman, a man who had great style and great skills with the English language.

Legend is a word bandied around all too easily, but it is a completely appropriate description of Murray Walker.

His passion and love of the sport inspired millions of fans around the world. He will forever be a part of our history, and will be dearly missed.

The voice of F1 to millions. His love, passion and positivity for our sport were unmatched.

A wordsmith who could make snooker exciting.

A career indivisible from the sport upon which he commentated.

Few commentators come to truly epitomise their subject, but over Walker's 23 years of bringing F1 to the nation he was acknowledged as a true great, and a unique talent.

A Tribute to a Formula 1 Legend

'A BRILLIANT TRIBUTE TO A BRILLIANT MAN.' BOOK OF THE MONTH - CLASSIC AND SPORTS CAR 
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A celebration of the extraordinary life of legendary commentator Murray Walker, with tributes from key figures in Formula 1 and motorsport. 
 
Murray Walker was the voice of Formula One, matching the thrill of the track with his equally fast-paced and exhilarating commentary, delivering the euphoria of motor racing to millions. 
 
Commentating on his first grand prix for the BBC at Silverstone in 1949, Murray's broadcasting career spanned over fifty years. His natural warmth and infectious enthusiasm won great affection with audiences, whilst his passion and knowledge of motorsport allowed him to hone his instinctive presenting style into a craft. 
 
When Murray passed away in March 2021, tributes came flooding in from every corner of the sporting world. This book, compiled by Murray's great friend and colleague Maurice Hamilton, celebrates the extraordinary life of this truly legendary man. With contributions from drivers and industry figures, and many friends from the world of motorsport and beyond, Incredible! combines fond memories, never-before-told stories and famous Murrayisms with reflections on the highlights of a life lived at full throttle.

Maurice Hamilton

Praise for Murray Walker: Incredible!

A brilliant tribute to a brilliant man.

This affectionate biographical tome offers a host of fond memories and stories, including tributes from the great and the good of motor racing. A fascinating insight.

Wonderfully intertwines Walker's off-track life with his unwavering passion and love for motorsport. Incredible! serves as a reminder not only of what motorsport lost, but also everything it gained from the p ...

A brilliant tribute to a brilliant man.

This affectionate biographical tome offers a host of fond memories and stories, including tributes from the great and the good of motor racing. A fascinating insight.

Wonderfully intertwines Walker's off-track life with his unwavering passion and love for motorsport. Incredible! serves as a reminder not only of what motorsport lost, but also everything it gained from the p ...

A brilliant tribute to a brilliant man.

This affectionate biographical tome offers a host of fond memories and stories, including tributes from the great and the good of motor racing. A fascinating insight.

Wonderfully intertwines Walker's off-track life with his unwavering passion and love for motorsport. Incredible! serves as a reminder not only of what motorsport lost, but also everything it gained from the p ...

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