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How To Be An F1 Driver

My Guide To Life In The Fast Lane
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How To Be An F1 Driver by Jenson Button is an insider's exploration of the Formula 1 world from the perspective of a former World Champion. The book offers an entertaining blend of anecdotes, personal experiences, and insights into the high-octane life of an F1 driver. Jenson Button shares the challenges and triumphs of racing, making it an engaging read for both fans and newcomers to the sport.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by the world of Formula 1 and want an insider's perspective. Jenson Button shares humourous and engaging anecdotes from his career, offering insights into the unique challenges and experiences of being an F1 driver. Perfect for motorsport enthusiasts and those curious about the life behind the racing helmet.

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Jenson Button takes you on a funny and fascinating journey into the gilded world of Formula 1.

Jenson Button takes you on a funny and fascinating journey into the gilded world of Formula 1

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Author of Sunday Times Bestseller, Life to the Limit

In his 17 years as a Formula 1 driver, Jenson Button has picked up a thing or two about how to do the job properly. Sure, you need to be able to drive a car fast—and Jenson is on hand to pass on a few tricks of the trade here—but you also need to know the real rules for making it to the top.

Like, how to tell a multiple F1 champion they need to check their blind-spot. What the difference is between a helmet and a hat, and indeed a "helmet-hat". How to practise your champagne spray ahead of the big day. Why it is never, ever, under any circumstances a good idea to buy a yacht. And how to face down your team when you've just stacked their multi-million-pound car into a wall during practice.

But 'JB' (nicknames in F1 run the full range from initials to, well, just using first names) doesn't stop there. How To Be An F1 Driver (catchy) lifts the lid on the people, the places, the weird rituals, the motorhomes, the media, the cars, the perks and the disasters.

Join Jenson as he reveals how not to race a stupid big truck, why driving Le Mans is like having five shots of tequila before lunch, and what to do when you finally hang up your helmet-hat.

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How To Be An F1 Driver by Jenson Button is described as an entertaining journey into the world of Formula 1, with a spirited exploration of its thrilling and hedonistic aspects. The book offers humorous and candid insights from Button's life, presenting a revealing and lively perspective on his experiences, both on and off the track.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781788702652

Publisher: Bonnier Books Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 May 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: BLINK Publishing

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 129.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 248g

Pages: 352

About the Author

JENSON BUTTON is one of the greatest racing drivers of his generation. Since retiring from Formula 1 he's mostly been racing big trucks, winning Super GT championships, not winning Le Mans and taking driving lessons from a lovely man who insists on calling him Mr Bur-ton. He has also got engaged and become a dad, which means it really is time to start taking life seriously. Mostly.

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