Michael Schumacher: The Edge of Greatness, James Allen — 1st Edition

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Michael Schumacher: The Edge of Greatness, James Allen — 1st Edition

Name: Michael Schumacher: The Edge of Greatness, James Allen — 1st Edition
Brand: Broadhursts Books
SKU: 6287
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Publication: London, Headline Publishing Group, 2007

Formatting: 8vo, pp. 308.

Condition Report: Near Fine. The volume is securely bound in its original red cloth boards, which remain sharp, clean, and entirely free of bumping or shelf-wear. The white spine titling is exceptionally bright. The binding is firm and square, with no structural looseness. The text block is immaculate, exhibiting only the faintest uniform age-toning entirely typical of standard commercial paper stock, and is completely devoid of spotting or foxing. The accompanying original dust jacket is unclipped and excellently preserved, showing only negligible, superficial edge-wear to the extremities.

Catalogue Note: This is a true First Edition, First Impression, with the number line '1' correctly present on the publisher’s copyright page. Published in 2007 by Headline Publishing Group, this hardcover edition represents the primary trade binding. The volume is notably crisp and presents exceptionally well for a modern sports biography.

Given the immense popularity of Michael Schumacher and the large commercial print runs of contemporary Formula One biographies, this edition is broadly common on the secondary market.

However, locating a first printing in such an unworn, well-preserved state, complete with a sharp, unclipped dust jacket, makes it a highly appealing copy for collectors of motorsport history.

In The Edge of Greatness, seasoned Formula One commentator James Allen delivers an unflinching, comprehensive examination of the life and legacy of Michael Schumacher. Moving beyond the tabloid caricatures and the polarizing aura of his absolute dominance, this biography delves into the sheer talent, complex psychology, and relentless drive that forged a World Champion. From his early days to the heights of his racing empire, Allen offers a candid, in-depth anatomy of a racing legend whose ruthless pursuit of perfection forever altered the landscape of motorsport.

Book Condition: Near Fine

Book Authors: James Allen

Book Publisher: Headline Publishing Group

Book Language: English

Narrative Type: Non-Fiction

Genre: Autobiography, Biography & Memoirs

Book edition: First Edition

Signed: No

Book Pages: 308

Book Publication Year: 2007

Book Publication Date:

Book Binding: Hardback

Illustrator: N/A

Book Series: N/A

Country/region of manufacture: St Ives, United Kingdom

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