In The Shop - In The Library: 11 New Car Books For You And Your Kids

Car lovers and watch enthusiasts go hand in hand. Both share a passion for beautiful mechanical objects that are equally functional and visually striking. If you're a motorsport fan, you're likely in the throes of the 2021 Formula 1 season, which is now in full swing with a record 23 races scheduled to take place this year. As you bide your time between yesterday's Spanish Grand Prix and the Monaco Grand Prix later this month, you might find yourself looking to go deeper into the rich history that has made Formula 1 one of the world's most popular sports. Or perhaps you're looking to share your passion for cars and racing with your kids. Maybe you're shopping early and looking for a great Father's Day gift for next month. No matter why you might want to expand your library with a new book on life in the fast lane, you're sure to appreciate these new titles dropping in the HODINKEE Library . For Adults For your personal enjoyment, we have a diverse selection of eight titles that speak to all aspects of cars and racing. If F1 is your obsession, you have to check out Assouline's Formula 1: The Impossible Collection . Here, veteran Formula 1 journalist Brad Spurgeon highlights the exceptional technical innovations, remarkable drivers, and incredible achievements over this sport's 70-year history. Alternatively, you might be looking for a deep dive into a particular maker, in which case we have three stellar options for you. First, there's The Brescia Bugatti where renowned Bugatti enthusiast Bob King has composed an in-depth narrative about the origins of the brand and the evolution of what is arguably one of the most highly revered cars in all of motorsport history. Then we have Bentley: The Impossible Collection , in which British car journalist Andrew Frankel details the company's century-long history with an exhaustive list of the most groundbreaking Bentley models and their significance for the brand and the automobile community at large. From the first Bentley to win Le Mans to the first to feature a V8 engine, consider this your definitive guide to one of the most illustrious car manufacturers in the world. Perhaps you're not a fan of big names and prefer more bespoke designs. We also have a book detailing the complete history of Carlo Abarth's vehicles from 1949-1974. With a combination of previously unseen photographs and historic documents along with anecdotes from the golden age of motor racing, Abarth: Racing Cars. Collection 1949-1974 shines a light on this pervasive force in the field of motorsport. Or maybe you're not devoted to any particular race or label but instead simply appreciate the history of the sport. The remaining four titles in our assortment will instantly transport you back to the golden age of motorsport. We're proud to offer a series of three books highlighting the work of the DPPI (Diffusion Presse Photo International), the longest-running sport photography agency. Car Racing 1965 marks the first volume of the DPPI's collection, which highlights events like Le Mans and the tracks that would eventually develop Formula 1. In the second volume, Car Racing 1966 , you'll explore some of the most iconic cars of all time, like the Ford GT 40, and others from makers such as Alpine, Ferrari, BRM, Lotus, Mini Cooper, and more. Then, in Car Racing 1967 , the third volume, you'll experience the shift from black and white to color photography, a transition that marked an even greater emphasis on the relationship between the racing community and photographers. Each of these titles is composed of a curated selection of photographs from DPPI's vaults alongside commentary from the photographers and members of the agency, serving as a stunning collection of these exceptional machines and the people who drive them. Last but certainly not least, delve further into the intimate relationship between motorsport and photography with Lichtjahre / Light Years, which chronicles the work of photographer Horst H. Baumann, one of the first photographers to record Formula 1 races in full color. Baumann published his own book in 1965, The New Matadors , but continued on to become one of the most celebrated sports photographers in the racing world. For Kids It's never too early to start sharing your hobbies and interests with your kids – it's a great way to spend time together. For the first time, we're thrilled to welcome a selection of children's books to the HODINKEE Library. If you've always hoped to pass on your passion to your kids – and if you're particularly fond of Ferrari – we have two titles for you. Ferrari Hide & Seek and Ferrari Mazes are a pair of fun and interactive books. The former is in the style of "Where's Waldo," while the latter allows you and your child to work together to discover the correct route to specific destinations as you wind through the Ferrari factory, the path from the circuit board to the engine, or through the course of a Formula 1 Grand Prix. Instead of Ferrari, perhaps you prefer Porsche. Then, you have to check out Porsche 911: Legends Made of LEGO® . This book allows you to bring models from the legendary 911 series to life using LEGO® bricks. With a combination of illustrations and step-by-step instructions, you and your kids can bond by building these cars from the ground up and learning about these incredible machines. For the most part, this latest drop in the HODINKEE Library is a car enthusiast's dream, but for the watch enthusiast who has a different passion, we have one bonus title for you. As part of our new kids' selection, we also welcome Moonwalk: The Story of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing . For watch enthusiasts in particular, the trip to the Moon is more than a pivotal moment in history – it gave rise to one of the most iconic timepieces of all time: the OMEGA Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch . Written for kids but appreciated by audiences of all ages, Moonwalk: The Story of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing details the events leading up to the first manned Moon mission and the first steps on the surface in an accessible way. Whether you have a Moonwatch you hope to pass down to your kids or just want to share this incredible story together, this is a book the whole family will love. Browse The HODINKEE Shop Library Whether you want to brush up on your motorsport history as you enjoy the rest of the Formula 1 season or celebrate your love of cars and racing with your kids, you can never have too many books in your home library. That's precisely why we've stocked ours with a diverse selection of titles for all types of enthusiasts. Head over to the HODINKEE Shop now to explore all the books on our virtual shelvesBrush up on your favorite watch-adjacent hobby. Plus, summer reading your little ones will actually enjoy.