Formula One Circuits From Above - 28 Legendary Tracks in HD Satellite Photography 2nd Edition

Author: Bruce Jones, Hardbound, 224 Pages, ISBN: 9781780978390 , Second Edition Published, 2016

Formula One Circuits from Above takes you closer to what it is like to race at 230mph. Featuring 28 current and classic World Championship tracks and illustrated with high-definition satellite imagery from Google Earth Formula One fans can appreciate every twist and turn of their favourite circuit, as well as every minute detail of the pitlane, paddock and grandstands.

Written by leading motor sport authority Bruce Jones and illustrated throughout with over 350 photographs, Formula One Circuits from Above charts the rich history of each course, including momentous races held there and the most successful drivers. To give you an even greater feel for the legendary tracks, Bruce Jones explores eight key corners from each of the circuits - including Silverstone's Becketts sweeper, Monza's Parabolica and the esses at the Circuit of
the Americas - and explains the particular challenge that each of them provides.

Formula One Circuits from Above is a unique visual companion and shows the world's greatest motor sport as it has never been seen before.

Synopsis:

Experience the thrill and intensity of Formula One's greatest circuits as never before, with the breathtaking satellite photography of Google EarthTM.

From the glamour of Monaco to the heritage of the Nurburgring and from the energy of Singapore to the speed of Silverstone, Formula One Circuits from Above provides a groundbreaking aerial guide to the twists, turns, topography and history of 28 grand prix tracks. Featuring every current major World Championship circuit and many classic courses, this is a unique visual companion to the exhilarating sport of Formula One racing.

About the Author:

Bruce Jones is a leading authority on Formula One motor racing, having covered the sport for more than 30 years as a journalist and broadcaster. Formerly editor of Autosport magazine, Bruce Jones has written numerous books, including the bestselling annual BBC Sport Guide to Formula 1, BBC Sport Formula 1 Records, Treasures of Formula One and the Complete Encyclopedia of Formula One.