Ford versus Ferrari: The Battle for Le Mans.

PRITCHARD, Anthony.

Item Number: 121035

London: Pelham Books, 1968.

First edition of Pritchard’s work delving into the inner workings of the Ferrari and Ford organizations and their famed battle for victory at Le Mans. Octavo, original cloth. Near fine in a near fine dust jacket. Rare.

In the present volume, well-known motor journalist Anthony Pritchard tells the full story of how the Ferrari and Ford teams have performed at Le Mans through an in-depth exploration of their motivations, manufacturing processes, racing departments, leadership, teams, and, of course, cars. The book was adapted into the 2019 American sports drama film Ford v Ferrari directed by James Mangold and starring Matt Damon and Christian Bale, with Jon Bernthal, Caitriona Balfe, Tracy Letts, Josh Lucas, Noah Jupe, Remo Girone, and Ray McKinnon in supporting roles.