The Rolls-Royce — Jonathan Wood (1987, First Edition)

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Discover the Legacy of Automotive Perfection with The Rolls-Royce by Jonathan Wood

Step into the ultra-luxurious history of the world's most prestigious motor car manufacturer with The Rolls-Royce by acclaimed automotive historian and author Jonathan Wood. Published in 1987 by Shire Publications as an essential entry in their highly collectible Shire Album series (Volume #198), this rare, first-edition paperback provides a brilliantly concise and authoritative look into the benchmark of engineering excellence.

The name Rolls-Royce has long been a global synonym for absolute quality, refinement, and mechanical perfection. This vintage automotive book expertly tracks the fascinating partnership between the visionary businessman the Hon. Charles Rolls and the brilliant, perfectionist engineer Henry Royce. Wood outlines how their meticulous devotion to design resulted in the creation of the legendary Silver Ghost in 1906—a vehicle widely heralded by contemporaries as “the best car in the world.”

Spanning 32 high-quality pages, this volume chronicles the brand's historic evolution, guiding readers through the technical milestones, iconic radiator designs, and legendary post-war luxury models that defined high society motoring. The text is beautifully supported by rare archival photographs, historical data, and insightful engineering commentary.

Why Collectors Love This Book

An indispensable reference guide for Rolls-Royce owners, vintage car restoration enthusiasts, scale modelers, and collectors of rare British transport literature, this first-edition copy of The Rolls-Royce perfectly distills the story behind a timeless icon of industrial artistry.

Book Details

Author: Jonathan Wood · Publisher: Shire Publications · Year: 1987 · Edition: First Edition · Format: Paperback · Pages: 32 · Dimensions: 21.0 cm × 14.4 cm × 0.4 cm · Weight: 0.08 kg · Language: English