{"product_id":"murray-walker-incredible-9780552178907","title":"Murray Walker Incredible","description":"\u003cb\u003eBook Synopsis\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003e''A BRILLIANT TRIBUTE TO A BRILLIANT MAN.'' BOOK OF THE MONTH - \u003ci\u003eCLASSIC AND SPORTS CAR\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e---\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eA celebration of the extraordinary life of legendary commentator Murray Walker, with tributes from key figures in Formula 1 and motorsport.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMurray Walker was the voice of Formula One, matching the thrill of the track with his equally fast-paced and exhilarating commentary, delivering the euphoria of motor racing to millions.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eCommentating on his first grand prix for the BBC at Silverstone in 1949, Murray''s broadcasting career spanned over fifty years. His natural warmth and infectious enthusiasm won great affection with audiences, whilst his passion and knowledge of motorsport allowed him to hone his instinctive presenting style into a craft.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWhen Murray passed away in March 2021, tributes came flooding in from every corner of the sporting world. This book, compiled by Murray''s great friend and colleague Maurice Hamilton, celebrates the extraord\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTrade Review\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA brilliant tribute to a brilliant man. -- Book of the Month * Classic and Sports Car *\u003cbr\u003eThis affectionate biographical tome offers a host of fond memories and stories, including tributes from the great and the good of motor racing. A fascinating insight. * GP Racing *\u003cbr\u003eWonderfully intertwines Walker's off-track life with his unwavering passion and love for motorsport. \u003ci\u003eIncredible!\u003c\/i\u003e serves as a reminder not only of what motorsport lost, but also everything it gained from the presence of Murray Walker. A must-read for all motorsport fans. * Autosport *\u003cbr\u003eBursting with tributes, insight and love for one of F1's giants. Well worth a read. * The Race *\u003cbr\u003eThe iconic voice of our sport and a great man. * Lewis Hamilton *\u003cbr\u003eThis celebration of his life features a multitude of tales about the man himself, with many anecdotes from those in the sport and who knew him best. It's a must-read. * Motor Sport Magazine *\u003cbr\u003eMaybe old soldiers never die? His legacy and his memory is so strong, and what he gave to so many Formula 1 fans and number of people he affected, he became bigger than the sport, so we have got a lot to be thankful to Murray for. * Damon Hill *\u003cbr\u003eA story very well written about a life extremely well lived. * Motor Sport Magazine *\u003cbr\u003eGenius broadcaster and passionate soundtrack to generations of Formula 1 fans all around the world....the irreplaceable voice of F1. * Martin Brundle *\u003cbr\u003eA legend. * Eddie Jordan *\u003cbr\u003eA very special man in every respect... the perfect gentleman, a man who had great style and great skills with the English language. * Sir Jackie Stewart *\u003cbr\u003eLegend is a word bandied around all too easily, but it is a completely appropriate description of Murray Walker. * Andrew Benson, BBC Sport *\u003cbr\u003eHis passion and love of the sport inspired millions of fans around the world. He will forever be a part of our history, and will be dearly missed. * Formula One *\u003cbr\u003eThe voice of F1 to millions. His love, passion and positivity for our sport were unmatched. * Mercedes *\u003cbr\u003eA wordsmith who could make snooker exciting. * Jeremy Clarkson *\u003cbr\u003eA career indivisible from the sport upon which he commentated. * The Independent *\u003cbr\u003eFew commentators come to truly epitomise their subject, but over Walker's 23\u003cb\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eyears of bringing F1 to the nation he was acknowledged as a true great, and a unique talent. * The Guardian *\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Transworld Publishers Ltd","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48735196873047,"sku":"9780552178907","price":10.44,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0817\/1739\/5799\/files\/9780552178907.jpg?v=1723810065","url":"https:\/\/bookcurl.com\/products\/murray-walker-incredible-9780552178907","provider":"Book Curl","version":"1.0","type":"link"}