Race Legends of the Fabulous Fifties
By Art Evans
For many racers and fans the 1950s harbor a very special place in their hearts, if for no other reason than this was one of the most active, dynamic periods in American road racing. Road racing was accessible to almost anyone with a car at this time and since few, if any, Americans had any road racing experience prior to the war, it was a virtually level playing field for anyone with the inclination to try.
For these and many other reasons it should come as no surprise that the “Fabulous Fifties” were a breeding ground for great American drivers. In “Race Legends of the Fabulous Fifties” ’50s racer, author and photographer Art Evans has created a marvelous tribute to more than 50 legendary names from the period. Incorporating a combination of modern portrait, period photos and a biography for each personality, Evans chronicles the lives of such legends as Gurney, Shelby, Pabst, Hill, Hulme, McAfee, Bondurant and Fangio, to name just a few notables. Since Evans knows or was friends with each of the subjects, the biography of each personality is filled with many interesting details and anecdotes not found in other works. This book is not only a treat to read, but also a worthy tribute to the founding fathers of postwar road racing. Available from Photo Data Research for $49.00 plus S&H at (310) 540-8060, (310) 373-5988 fax, [email protected]
