Le Mans ’59 by Stirling Moss

Le Mans ’59 by Stirling Moss is a highly collectible period work that offers a first-hand perspective on one of the most iconic endurance races in motorsport history. Written by one of the greatest racing drivers of the 20th century, this book provides rare insight into the atmosphere, strategy, and personalities that defined the 1959 24 Hours of Le Mans.

Published by Cassell, this edition captures the golden era of motor racing, when endurance, engineering innovation, and driver skill combined to produce some of the most thrilling moments in automotive history. Le Mans ’59 is illustrated and written in a style typical of mid-century motorsport literature—direct, informed, and deeply engaging for both enthusiasts and historians.

Titles by Stirling Moss, particularly those focusing on specific races, are increasingly sought after due to their authenticity and historical significance. Le Mans ’59 stands as both a narrative of a legendary event and a collectible artefact from the era itself. Ideal for collectors of motorsport literature, Le Mans enthusiasts, and those interested in the development of endurance racing.

Condition – Good

Hardcover with unclipped dust jacket. The dust jacket shows wear and has visible tape repairs, particularly along edges and folds. The book itself remains structurally sound, though there is light foxing internally. Notably, there is page separation damage along the bottom edges of multiple pages caused by adhesion (likely from past moisture exposure), resulting in minor paper loss where pages were previously stuck together. Despite these flaws, the book remains complete and readable, with strong shelf presence.