Life at the Limit, Graham Hill — 1st Edition

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Life at the Limit, Graham Hill — 1st Edition

Name: Life at the Limit, Graham Hill — 1st Edition
Brand: Broadhursts Books
SKU: 6559
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Publication: London, William Kimber, 1969

Formatting: 8vo, pp. 255.

Condition Report: Very Good. The dark cloth boards remain sturdy with bright gilt lettering to the spine, though presenting with minor bumping to the extremities and faint shelf-wear. The binding is sound, albeit with a slight lean indicative of a read volume. The text block exhibits noticeable foxing and age-toning, predominantly to the top edge, though the interior pages remain generally clean and legible without substantial blemish. The original dust-jacket is unclipped, retaining its vibrant orange hues and striking front portrait, but presents with minor creasing, rubbing, and edge-wear to the upper extremities and spine head, alongside light general handling wear.

Catalogue Note: A true first edition, first printing of Graham Hill's celebrated autobiography, complete with its original unclipped dust-jacket bearing the '36s. net' price on the front flap. The volume is well-illustrated throughout with black-and-white photographic plates detailing Hill's illustrious motorsport career and personal life.

While the title itself is relatively common on the secondary market, securing a true first printing in an unclipped, original-state dust-jacket without later book-club interventions or ex-library stamping remains highly desirable for motorsport collectors.

Life at the Limit offers a thrilling, first-hand account of the golden era of Formula One through the eyes of one of its most charismatic and enduring champions, Graham Hill. Written as he recovered from a severe, leg-breaking crash at the 1969 United States Grand Prix, this autobiography captures the danger, glamour, and relentless drive required to conquer the pinnacle of motorsport. Hill candidly recounts his triumphs at Monaco, his victory at the Indianapolis 500 as a rookie, and his World Championship titles, providing an unparalleled glimpse into the grit and grace of a true racing legend.

Book Condition: Very Good

Book Authors: Graham Hill

Book Publisher: William Kimber

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Autobiography, Biography & Memoirs

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages: 255

Book Publication Year: 1969

Book Publication Date:

Book Binding: Hardcover

Illustrator: N/A

Book Series: N/A

Country/region of manufacture: London, United Kingdom

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