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Racing in the Shadows: An Illustrated Retrospective
by John Nikas, tables by Rodger Attaway
LATE 2024 RELEASE
One of the most enigmatic teams in motorsport annals, Shadow Racing thrilled audiences around the world and produced some of the most memorable vehicles ever constructed. Emerging from the unique vision of American entrepreneur Don Nichols, Shadow debuted in the Can-Am series in 1969, later expanding into Formula 5000 and Formula One, where it recorded more points than an American team had ever before received. Although it competed at racing’s highest levels for little more than a decade, Shadow left an indelible and remarkable imprint on racing fans, who remained fervent supporters through the various triumphs and tragedies that the men in black experienced.
With more than 1,000 photographs, most never seen before, informative and entertaining recollections from team members, designers and drivers, not to mention a comprehensive review of the team’s competition record, Racing in the Shadows provides almost unprecedented insight into an American legend that is certain to please racing fans on both sides of the Atlantic.
- Special Contributions from
Jackie Oliver, Jean-Pierre Jarier, Trevor Harris, Tony Southgate and Penny Nichols
- 978-1-85443-285-8
- First published 2024
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Author Biography
John Nikas
John Nikas is an automotive writer who specializes in weaving social, cultural and economic themes into compelling narratives about motoring history. A recipient of the Denise McCluggage Award, he was runner-up for the Mercedes-Benz Award and Montagu of Beaulieu Trophy for Rule Britannia: When British Sports Cars Saved a Nation. Among his books are several marque histories including the best-selling and critically acclaimed Healey: The Men and Machines.
John is frequently asked to speak or make special appearances at automotive events such as the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, Monterey Motorsports Reunion at Laguna Seca Raceway and the Goodwood Revival, discussing a wide range of motoring topics. He has also been featured in television spots on ABC, CBS, NBC, Fox News, L’Equipe and the BBC.
A celebrated vintage racer, John has campaigned an array of vehicles in a number of different series. He has collected multiple championships and received special recognition for his accomplishments on and off the track. Among his successes are an overall victory in the Mille Miglia North America Tribute, recognition as the Vintage Auto Racing Association’s British Driver of the Year and an Order of Conspicuous Bravery for a memorable drive in a Jaguar E-type at California Speedway.
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