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OverviewThis book features foreword by Geoff Duke. Published to coincide with the centenary of the Isle of Man TT, this glorious photographic book presents a portfolio of work from Don Morley, the hugely respected motorcycle racing photographer who fell in love with the TT on his first visit in 1953 and returned every year until 2004. Packed with evocative images, most of them in colour, this book features all the post-war greats - legends such as Mike Hailwood and Joey Dunlop - as well as lesser names that have played their part in the world's most spectacular motorcycle races. This will be a book to treasure for all TT fans. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Don MorleyPublisher: J H Haynes & Co Ltd Imprint: J H Haynes & Co Ltd Dimensions: Width: 23.00cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 28.00cm Weight: 1.275kg ISBN: 9781844254194ISBN 10: 1844254194 Pages: 256 Publication Date: 17 May 2007 Audience: General/trade , General Format: Hardback Publisher's Status: Out of Print Availability: In Print Limited stock is available. It will be ordered for you and shipped pending supplier's limited stock. Table of ContentsWonderfully evocative photographs, from scenic landscapes to motorcycle close-ups. All the danger and drama of the TT captured, predominantly in colour. Legendary riders prominently illustrated include Giacomo Agostini, Geoff Duke, Joey Dunlop, Mick Grant, Mike Hailwood, Steve Hislop, David Jefferies, Phil McCallen, John McGuinness and John Surtees. Narrative to support the pictures comprises decade summaries and detailed captions. An extended introduction by Don Morley explains how the TT has inspired intense personal passion for him - as it does for the thousands of enthusiasts who will flock to the Isle of Man for the centenary races in 2007.ReviewsAuthor InformationDon Morley is widely regarded as the supreme photographer of motorcycle racing. Starting out as a freelance in 1955, he then worked on the staff of Motor Cycle News, The Guardian and World Sports prior to becoming, in 1976, one of the founding directors of All-Sport, the sports photographic agency. He has also written 15 books on classic British motorcycles and two on photography. He lives in Reigate, Surrey. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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