Overview
A vividly illustrated celebration of the singular automotive designer. Andy Saunders is a joyfully singular figure in the world of automotive design. The holder of three Guinness Book of Records titles, Saunders brings his unique vision to every project he takes on, whether it’s the restoration of a classic car or the unveiling of a new custom design. The Automotive Alchemist tells the story of Saunders’ charismatic life and work through an examination of sixty of his cars. Saunders welcomes readers into his workshop and his mind: not afraid to express his emotions, as he deconstructs and then rebuilds each vehicle, he lays bare his motivations, inspirations, influences, and passions. Intertwined with Saunders’ biography are detailed depictions of the work involved in the creation of his cars, described here with more than one thousand photographs. The Automotive Alchemist is not only a tribute to a remarkable automotive design talent, but a celebration of the creative spirit in all its forms.
Full Product Details
Author: Andy Saunders
Publisher: Dalton Watson Fine Books
Imprint: Dalton Watson Fine Books
ISBN: 9781956309027
ISBN 10: 1956309020
Pages: 464
Publication Date: 19 February 2023
Audience:
General/trade
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General
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active
Availability: In Print
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Reviews
"""Few car builders can lay claim to such a diverse portfolio as Andy Saunders. More than 60 of his creations are profiled in this lavishly produced autobiography, and Saunders' humour and unique inventiveness make it a constant delight.""-- ""Octane"""
"""Andy Saunders is a very well known name in the scene, and indeed beyond. But seldom has there been a better example of someone who lets their cars do the talking. . . . This is a vast, lavish and beautiful book, but one whose appeal is never just skin deep; in it, you will find glorious illustrations without end but, more importantly, a treasure trove of knowledge and experience as told by one of the world's most prolific and creative car builders -- and, as it turns out, a beguiling storyteller, too.""-- ""Custom Car Magazine"" ""Like Andy's custom creations, this is a unique and very special motoring book, a fabulous autobiographical true story; I thoroughly enjoyed working my way through it from cover to cover. Indeed I couldn't put it down.""-- ""Wheels-Alive!"" Winner-- ""Graham Robson Award for Best Debut Author, Royal Automobile Club Motoring Book of the Year Awards"" ""Compelling, intriguing, heart-warming, and, at times, devastatingly honest, this book is as thoroughly enjoyable as it is beautifully crafted.""-- ""Mini Magazine"" ""Saunders really is an artist, one whose medium is cars. . . . A unique and vital chapter in the story of car design and coachbuilding skill.""-- ""Classic Cars"" ""The definitive account of [Andy Saunders's] work so far.""-- ""Classic.Retro.Modern."" ""Few car builders can lay claim to such a diverse portfolio as Andy Saunders. More than 60 of his creations are profiled in this lavishly produced autobiography, and Saunders' humour and unique inventiveness make it a constant delight.""-- ""Octane"" ""The Automotive Alchemist book explains the passions, motivations, and inspirations behind each of charismatic design genius Andy's creations, along with this aesthetic and technical processes. . . . A compelling and endlessly enjoyable read.""-- ""Magneto"""
Author Information
Andy Saunders is an acclaimed automotive designer and restorer.
