Camel Trophy: The Definitive History by Nick Dimbleby (English) Hardcover Book

Description: Camel Trophy by Nick Dimbleby This is the only complete guide to every Camel Trophy, fully illustrated with new photography from each event: 1980 - 2000.Painstakingly researched, with all key players interviewed.Fascinating insight into how the Camel Trophy events were put together.Technical specifications and insights into the design and build of the Land Rovers, etc. FORMAT Hardcover LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description From 1980 to 2000, Camel Trophy took more than 500 amateur competitors from 35 countries on extraordinary and challenging adventures. On most of these events, teams drove specially prepared Land Rovers to the limit and beyond in locations as varied as Borneo, Mongolia, Papua New Guinea and Tanzania. Camel Trophy charts the history of the event and tells the legendary stories of endurance born of the constant challenge to both man and machine. An official photographer on the last four events, author Nick Dimbleby combines his first-hand account with experiences shared by competitors, contemporary reports and extensive new interviews of key players, to tell a gripping tale of adventure, adversity, technological change and logistical challenge. Beautifully illustrated throughout with a stunning collection of evocative official photography and unofficial behind-the-scenes shots, this extensively researched publication can legitimately claim to be the definitive history of the Camel Trophy. Author Biography Nick Dimbleby is a multi-award-winning photographer and writer specialising in automotive and off-road photography. He was a member of the Camel Trophy photographic team between 1996 and 2000 and has since gone on to photograph numerous off-road events and expeditions worldwide. Author of seven books, Nicks first publication was Range Rover Conversions which he wrote in 1987 when he was thirteen. Owner of a number of classic Range Rovers, a 100-inch Land Rover and a Citroen 2CV, he also enjoys walking, exploring and playing the piano. Long Description From 1980 to 2000, Camel Trophy took more than 500 amateur competitors from 35 countries on extraordinary and challenging adventures. On most of these events, teams drove specially prepared Land Rovers to the limit and beyond in locations as varied as Borneo, Mongolia, Papua New Guinea and Tanzania.Camel Trophy charts the history of the event and tells the legendary stories of endurance born of the constant challenge to both man and machine. An official photographer on the last four events, author Nick Dimbleby combines his first-hand account with experiences shared by competitors, contemporary reports and extensive new interviews of key players, to tell a gripping tale of adventure, adversity, technological change and logistical challenge. Beautifully illustrated throughout with a stunning collection of evocative official photography and unofficial behind-the-scenes shots, this extensively researched publication can legitimately claim to be the definitive history of the Camel Trophy. Details ISBN1913089371 Author Nick Dimbleby Pages 336 Publisher Porter Press International Language English Year 2021 ISBN-10 1913089371 ISBN-13 9781913089375 Format Hardcover Publication Date 2021-09-24 Imprint Porter Press International Place of Publication Tenbury Wells Country of Publication United Kingdom AU Release Date 2021-09-24 NZ Release Date 2021-09-24 UK Release Date 2021-09-24 Subtitle The Definitive History Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:134104587;

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