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  • Lewis Hamilton

  • The Full Story (revised Edition 2009)
  • By: Mark Hughes
  • Narrated by: Ben Elliot
  • Length: 7 hrs and 57 mins
  • 4.4 out of 5 stars (102 ratings)
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Summary

No driver has ever made such an instant impact on the sport of F1 racing as Lewis Hamilton. The first black grand prix driver, his astonishing level of success in his rookie season together with his swash-buckling, attacking style has created a sensation. It has also been a central factor in the most exciting and controversial season of F1 in living memory as Hamilton was involved in a three-way fight for the world crown. Industrial espionage, claims of team favouritism and some stunning on-track action have peppered Hamilton's first season in the sport's top category.

Here is the in-depth story of this phenomenon - from his upbringing on a Stevenage council estate to the day he first sat in a kart as a seven-year-old to his sensational challenge on the world title. Friends, colleagues, team-mates, rivals, chaperones and engineers who have worked with him here give some remarkable insights into Lewis the man and the driver, as well as into the close but complex relationship with father Anthony, the man who has largely steered his career. In the process, we see how F1 success has changed this young man's life in a very short space of time.

"'Lewis Hamilton is on the verge of Tiger Woods-like status: forget his skin colour, it's about the emergence of a phenomenon. He's in the process of transcending the whole sport, imprinting himself into the consciousness of people who would normally have little or no interest in Formula One.' The Sunday Times, April 15, 2007"

©2009 Mark Hughes 2007, 2009 (P)2014 Audible, Inc.

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A story of progressive winning, patience and persistence

This is a true story of the making of a champion. The book systematically shows how Hamilton progressively won his way to become a champion through hardwork, dedication and focus. The story of Hamilton as a racer and as a man is profoundly inspiring.

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Terrible

If you want to hear a whole audio book of constant Lewis loving then this is for you.

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Super read

The early life in particular is a great read given that most of the first season was seen by the world albeit new fans to f1 will surely enjoy that season explained too.

When you consider this was written long before he achieved his second world title (or even his first for majority of book) the view he is an equal to the likes of Senna and Schumacher could have been made to look foolish in time - but all hype has been backed up in subsequent years


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dull and repetitive

the background of hamilton was good but the way it was written and narrated was terrible. the word devastating used in the wrong context way too much, the scores being read out after every race was really annoying. and the amount of times it said "lewis is a really nice guy" makes it seem like they are trying to force you to believe he is nice. the reality is he is a tell tale if it means gaining himself an advantage. disappointing he doesn't narrate in it either.

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Gripping

Great account of early life and his first season in F1. Great to relive some of the moments from what was a very exciting season.

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Excellent

Full of facts about Lewis Hamilton and his journey to F1, although the end was quite brief. I really enjoyed this book

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A great & inspiring read about a superb F1 force

So @LewisHamilton The Full Story by Mark Hughes. This is a stunning and compelling insight into the first black F1 driver and world champion. A well written piece of work that highlights the man's unique driving style and winning convictions. 📚 4.5/5⭐ #BookReview
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Awesome

An awesome book covering a lot of information for a fan of either just Formula 1 or a fan of Lewis Hamilton

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A Great Story

Gives you an indepth insite into what is realy going on . Loved the bit about relationship with Alonso.

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Great read

For the interested enthusiast this book gives a great background into the make up of Lewis. It covers his life up to the 'first' world championship in such detail you think you must have been there all the time yourself

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