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Land Speed Records (Shire Library) - Softcover

Book 52 of 98: Shire Library

Wales, Don

 
9781784422547: Land Speed Records (Shire Library)

Synopsis

A fascinating, illustrated guide to 120 years of the Land Speed Record, from the French electric carriage that reached 39mph in 1898, to the modern jet and rocket-propelled cars of 2018.

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About the Author

Don Wales is the grandson of Sir Malcolm Campbell CBE and the nephew of Donald Campbell CBE, who between them broke over 21 World Land and Water Speed Records. Don has continued the family business in his own small way, breaking the World Record for a Steam Car, the UK Electric Car Record, and the Guinness World Record for a ride on a lawnmower.

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