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Cooper,Used
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Rearengined Cooper cars revolutionized motorsport by winning Formula 1 world championships in 1959 and 1960, and the Cooper company laid the foundation for British dominance of Grand Prix racing immediately after the Second World War. In this vivid pictorial account of the rise and fall of Cooper, Mike Lawrence provides a fascinating insight into the cars, the company and postwar motorracing history, and he shows how the innovative spirit of British pioneers transformed the sport a generation ago.The author recalls how in the late 1940s Charlie and John Cooper began to build simple 500cc racing cars. These light, nimble, inexpensive, easily maintained machines soon dominated the lower levels of singleseater racing, and they evolved into the sophisticated and ambitious Grand Prix cars and sportracing cars of the late 1950s. These were the creations that established Cooper as one of the great names in motorracing history.Many of the best drivers of 1950s and 1960s racing made their reputations by winning in Coopers, including Moss, Hawthorn, Collins, Surtees, McLaren, Stweart and Rindt. Their famous careers are remembered in the book, as are Jack Brabhams championship victories in 1959 and 1960, and his pioneering rearengined entry at the Indianapolis 500. His exploits opened the way for a new type of racing car at the highest levels of the sport.Mike Lawrence dwells on these days of unprecedented racing success, and he describes, too, the extraordinary Mini Cooper which dominated rallying in the mid 1960s. But he also records the years of Coopers decline and eventual disappearance from the racing scene more than 30 years ago. His sympathetic and expert account of the Cooper phenomenon will be fascinating reading for all motorracing enthusiasts with a sense of history.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Cooper' by Mike Lawrence? A: The book 'Cooper' primarily focuses on the history of rear-engined Cooper cars, their impact on motorsport, particularly in Formula 1 during the late 1950s and early 1960s, and the evolution of the Cooper company in the context of postwar racing.
- Q: Who are some famous drivers mentioned in the book? A: The book highlights several renowned drivers who had significant careers with Cooper cars, including Moss, Hawthorn, Collins, Surtees, McLaren, Stewart, and Rindt.
- Q: What kind of insights does Mike Lawrence provide in the book? A: Mike Lawrence provides insights into the innovative spirit of British motorsport pioneers, the rise and fall of the Cooper company, and detailed accounts of the cars and racing history during that era.
- Q: Is the book suitable for someone new to motorsport history? A: Yes, 'Cooper' is suitable for both enthusiasts and newcomers to motorsport history, as it offers a vivid pictorial account alongside informative narratives that are easy to understand.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'Cooper'? A: The book 'Cooper' was published on January 1, 2000.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 160 pages.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed in 'Good' condition, indicating it may show some signs of wear but is still in acceptable shape for reading.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is bound in paperback.
- Q: Can I find information about the Mini Cooper in this book? A: Yes, the book also covers the extraordinary Mini Cooper and its dominance in rallying during the mid-1960s, alongside other historical aspects of the Cooper brand.
- Q: What themes are explored regarding Cooper's decline? A: The book discusses the years of decline for the Cooper company and its eventual disappearance from the racing scene, providing a comprehensive view of its legacy.