The Biography

James Hunt

AN EPIC TALE OF A SHORT LIFE LIVED TO THE LIMIT

Donaldson, in his thoughtful and intimate work, has delved behind the headlines and superbly fleshed out the character behind the caricatures of James Hunt

Covers James Hunt's life with skilful devotion

The best biography of a racing driver I've ever read . . . it will make you laugh and cry

Gerald Donaldson is one of the world's most highly regarded motor sport authors. He has written several books, among them highly acclaimed biographies of Gilles Villeneuve and Juan Manuel Fangio.

James Hunt was a towering personality with a commanding presence, a hugely glamorous public figure who brought Formula One motor racing to the attention of a whole new audience. 
 
Triumphing against all odds to become World Drivers' Champion with McLaren in 1976, Hunt sank into a period of decadence and depression, only to be rejuvenated as he found true love for the first time. 
 
With that came personal contentment and a renewed zest for living, so that one of the most colourful and controversial figures in Grand Prix racing is best remembered by those close to him as a fun-loving, caring man who had a genuinely uplifting presence - qualities that shine through in Gerald Donaldson's compelling and moving account of his life.

Gilles Villeneuve: The Life of the Legendary Racing Driver

Donaldson has delivered the ultimate tribute to a remakable sportsman.

Meticulously researched, finely structured to a remarkable sportsman.

A quite brilliant book. This is, without doubt, the best motor racing book this reviewer has ever read.

It is true to say that I had great difficulty in putting this book down. Don't miss it.

Gerald Donaldson is one of the world's most highly regarded motor sport authors. He has written several books, among them the highly acclaimed James Hunt: The Biography. He has also recently edited Formula 1: The Autobiography.

Gilles Villeneuve became a legend in his own time, a driver whose skill and daring personified the ideals of Grand Prix racing, the pinnacle of motor sport. 
With his flamboyantly aggressive, press-on-regardless style in his scarlet Ferrari, he captured the imagination of a vast international audience as no other driver has in recent times.

Gerald Donaldson

Donaldson's offering on the legendary Juan Manuel Fangio mirrors his deep understanding of the sport's heroes

An enjoyable read that brings out the essence of a dedicated, warm and humble man

The Life Behind the Legend

Juan Manuel Fangio's name is indelibly inscribed in the record books and many consider him to be the greatest driver in history. 
 
It was 46 years before his record of five World Championships was beaten, but even now he is still remembered for an exceptional Formula 1 career which contained some of the greatest displays of skill and daring ever seen. 
 
Few though know of his almost super-human exploits in epic South American road races that made competition at the pinnacle of motor sport seem like child's play. 
 
Gerald Donaldson chronicles not only those arduous early competitions but also his long journey from humble origins in remote Argentina to the lofty heights of international celebrity.

Gerald Donaldson

Praise for Fangio

Fascinating

Donaldson's offering on the legendary Juan Manuel Fangio mirrors his deep understanding of the sport's heroes

An enjoyable read that brings out the essence of a dedicated, warm and humble man

Fascinating

Donaldson's offering on the legendary Juan Manuel Fangio mirrors his deep understanding of the sport's heroes

An enjoyable read that brings out the essence of a dedicated, warm and humble man

Fascinating

Donaldson's offering on the legendary Juan Manuel Fangio mirrors his deep understanding of the sport's heroes

An enjoyable read that brings out the essence of a dedicated, warm and humble man

Books by Gerald Donaldson

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