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Issigonis

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For anyone with any interest in the Mini Minor this book is a must read it takes away all the unknown about such an influential man. From his childhood to a well respected design engineer the author has left nothing out and is very easy to follow.

Sir Alec Issigonis was a most interesting person.He grew up in Tuekey.He never saw a car until he was almost a teenager.He saw an aeroplane before he saw a car.
In the 1930s he converted an austin car to a rcing car and drove it in races.
The book shows the various twists and turns of his career.it also shows his strengths and his weaknesses.For instance he seemed completely obvious of the internal political situation of the companies where he worked.
The problems of managemnet of the British Motor Industry are hinted at but not spelt out.Similarly the economics of the mini are not spelt out.Other reading indicate that itv was sold too cheaply.
In australia most cars are built using the principles that Issigonis propounded.There are front wheel drive with an east west engine.
It is worth while reading the book to see the person who lead the way to how most cars are produced throughout the world

This book is pretty good read. Sometimes the writing stalls as I think the editors didn't check it for flow. Overall though, this is the most complete biography of Issigonis' life and what he accomplished.