Carbolics: A Personal Motoring Disinfectant by James May
Carbolics: A Personal Motoring Disinfectant is James May’s collection of 80 essays on cars, motorbikes, trucks and bicycles. The listing describes a humorous motoring read that ranges from driving questions to the role of cycling.
At a glance
- A collection of 80 essays by James May.
- Topics include cars, motorbikes, trucks and bicycles.
- The listing frames the writing as humorous and entertaining.
Reference price: £20.00
Price checked: 12 Nov 2026
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Pros and cons
Pros
- The range of vehicle topics includes bicycles as well as motorised transport.
- The 336-page collection offers multiple essays rather than a single continuous narrative.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Publisher | Hodder & Stoughton |
|---|---|
| Publication date | 3 Nov. 2022 |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 336 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 1399713701 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1399713702 |
| Weight listed | 360 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 13.97 x 2.54 x 18.42 cm |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Motoring enthusiasts interested in humorous essays across different types of transport.
- Readers looking for an essay collection rather than a vehicle reference manual.
Less suited to
- Readers seeking practical repair instructions, buying advice or a technical vehicle guide.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Aggregate ratings lean favourable, with most ratings in the four- and five-star categories, while a smaller share are lower. Without review-summary evidence, those scores do not show what readers praised or criticised. The listing describes a humorous, 80-essay collection, so buyers should judge whether that style and broad mix of transport topics suit them.
Frequently asked questions
What is Carbolics about?
The listing describes 80 essays by James May covering cars, motorbikes, trucks and bicycles, with a humorous perspective on motoring.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 336 pages.
Is this a practical car manual?
The supplied description presents it as an essay collection, not a repair or technical manual.
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