1 / 7Formula One The Circuits: Then and Now
Formula One The Circuits: Then and Now traces the changing landscape of the sport through historic and contemporary circuit photography. With more than 350 photographs and commentary from former F1 journalist Frank Hopkinson, it focuses on how famous and vanished tracks have changed over time.
At a glance
- Pairs historic circuit photography with contemporary images of the same scenes.
- Covers current and lost venues, including Monza, Spa, Pescara, Reims and Rouen.
- Combines 240 pages with more than 350 photographs and expert commentary.
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Pros and cons
Pros
- Side-by-side historical and contemporary imagery gives the book a clear visual focus on how circuits have changed.
- Its coverage includes both well-known modern venues and long-lost tracks, widening the scope beyond current Grand Prix locations.
- The supplied details identify the commentator as former F1 journalist Frank Hopkinson.
Technical specifications
11 specifications| Publisher | Ivy Press |
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| Publication date | 6 Mar. 2025 |
| Edition | 1st |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 240 pages |
| ISBN-10 | 0711298483 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-0711298484 |
| Weight listed | 294 g |
|---|---|
| Dimensions | 25.63 x 2.49 x 31.24 cm |
| Photographs | more than 350 photographs |
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| Commentary | expert commentary from former F1 journalist Frank Hopkinson |
What to know before buying
Listing details to confirm
The 240-page format and large listed dimensions make this an illustrated reference book rather than a compact track guide. The listing does not provide a contents breakdown or sample pages.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Formula One fans interested in the history and changing layouts of Grand Prix circuits.
- Readers who prefer a visual comparison of historic and contemporary racing venues.
Less suited to
- Buyers seeking circuit maps, track statistics or a current race calendar, which are not stated as this book's focus.
Customer reviews on Amazon
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Aggregate customer ratings are strongly positive, with the supplied distribution showing five- and four-star ratings only. That is encouraging for a photo-led Formula One history, but without written feedback it does not reveal which aspects readers liked or any specific shortcomings.
Frequently asked questions
What is the book about?
It tells the story of Formula One through historic and contemporary views of circuits, including both famous current venues and tracks that have disappeared.
How many photographs are listed?
The listing says the book features more than 350 photographs.
How long is the book?
The listed print length is 240 pages.
Who provides the commentary?
The listing names former F1 journalist Frank Hopkinson as the commentator.
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