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Michael Schumacher

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Book opens with Schumacher's infamous collision with Villeneuve at Jerez in 1997 and progresses through the 1998 and 1999 seasons in his quest for redemption(At this point Schumacher never admitted to making a mistake but he admitted it on 2000). Of course we all know how it ended for Ferrari in 1998 and 1999.

Book contains interesting anecdotes about Irvine intentionally blocking Schumacher in Silverstone'98 which ultimately caused his title-ending injury and Schumacher telling Mercedes boss Norbert Haug that he didn't mind Hakkinen winning in 1999 for obvious reasons.

Have to give credit to James Allen for giving an unbiased view on Schumacher as I've always known him to be biased against arguably the greatest f1 driver of all time.

Well written biography of one of the greatest Formula 1 drivers. Allen provides insight into the character of Schumacher and some of his ruthless and un-sportsman-like actions. I'm a fan of Formula 1 and Schumacher, but can't forgive some of his racing actions. This book is am must read for Formula 1 fans whether or not they are a fan of Schumacher.

I purchased this book back in 2002 by which time Michael Schumacher had begun his domination of Formula 1. It wouldn't be until 2005 that we would finally see Ferrari and Michael being held back by rule changes and reliability issues that virtually brought their team back to the periphery of Formula 1. This book was written and released shortly after the 1999 season and as such it is often peppered with annecdotes on how it would be difficult for Michael to reach/surpass the records of past greats such as Fangio and Senna. Though he hasn't had many close competitors in recent years, it appears that 2006 could be an interesting year with Raikkonnen at McLaren and Alonso at Renault (both with great cars and drivers behind the wheel). This book offers great insight into the kind of person Michael is and doesn't shy away from pointing out reasons as to why he is perceived to be such an arrogant or aloof personality. Since purchasing the book, I have read it several times. Author James Allen keeps it interesting and flowing.

The best book I have read regarding Michael Schumacher. However, I get the sense that James Allen (ITV) broadcaster could have explored the subject more closely. After all James Allen is an F1 announcer!

I was a Ferrari fan (not anymore) and never like Schumi. I have to say this is an objective book, do like it. Quick shipping from UK

Item arrived very quickly in great condition from the UK. Good read, very happy with purchase.

This is a fairly good book about the most ruthless driver ever. He raised the bar upon Ayrton Senna legacy, trhat's for sure. He was ruthless, unapologetic, friendless, cruel on the track.

Schumacher never allowed a competitive driver to take the second seat in the teams he was. He upgraded the "art" of downgrading a team mate to levels previously unknown to Formula One. So, however his numbers and records, I don't miss him a bit in F1 races. Much on the contraty: his five championships in a row for Ferrari where, for me, the blackest time of Formula One.