Brooklands Belles: The Women Racers Who Took on the Men by T.J. Hartwell | History of Sports | Hardcover

Explore the thrilling and often dangerous world of early motorsport through the eyes of the pioneering women who defied convention at Brooklands, the world's first purpose-built motor-racing circuit. Opened in 1907, Brooklands was initially a male-only domain, with women restricted to just two races before being banned entirely. This book chronicles the resurgence of female racers in the 1930s, the decade leading up to World War II, who became known as the Brooklands Belles.

These talented and determined women refused to be mere passengers in a male-dominated sport. They challenged authorities and societal expectations, tearing up the rule book and electrifying the Brooklands social scene and its treacherous track. Their exploits captured the public's imagination, blending glamour, thrilling entertainment, and death-defying skill, all while breaking records and shattering the accepted social norms of the era.

Key Features:

• Detailed account of the Brooklands Belles, remarkable women drivers of the 1930s.
• Explores the history of Brooklands, the world's first purpose-built motor-racing circuit.
• Highlights the challenges faced by women in early motorsport.
• Captures the glamour, skill, and danger of racing at Brooklands.
• Authored by T.J. Hartwell.

Specifications:

• Author: T.J. Hartwell
• Binding: Hardcover
• Language: English
• Publication Date: September 10, 2026
• Page Count: 258 pages
• Dimensions: 15.6 x 1.16 x 23.4 cm
• Weight: 788 g
• ISBN-10: 1837050600
• ISBN-13: 978-1837050604

Discover the untold stories of the women who raced into history at Brooklands.