Toy Scalextric Handbook

Toy Scalextric Handbook
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Publisher : Conway Maritime Press
Total Pages : 0
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ISBN-10 : 1844861171
ISBN-13 : 9781844861170
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Book Synopsis Toy Scalextric Handbook by : James May

Download or read book Toy Scalextric Handbook written by James May and published by Conway Maritime Press. This book was released on 2010 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A fascinating look at the history of Scalextric, from the earliest slot cars to the present day Tells the amazing story of the world's longest scalextric track, built by james May and a team of volunteers as part of the hit BBG2 television series Toy Stories James May's Toy Stories: The Scalextric Handbook examines the development and expansion of Scalextric over the course of half a century's innovation and improvement, outlining the history of this iconic brand from the first tinplate cars to modern digital control. It also gets to grips with the cutting-edge technology used to design the latest Scalextric cars, explains the elements of good track design and looks at what it takes to be a slot-car champion. Finally the book tells the complete story of James May's visit to Brooklands, the historic home of British motorsport, when James assembled a team of volunteers to build and race the world's longest Scalextric track. Book jacket.


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