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  Title  AN AUSTIN ANTHOLOGY II
Following on from Jim Stringer’s first book, ‘An Austin Anthology,’ this second volume unearths some more delightful vintage Austin stories, with original period photos, making this an amusing and pleasurable read for all Austin enthusiasts.
Publisher Veloce Publishing Ltd 2019
Author James 'Jim' Stringer
Binding Hardback
Pages 112 pages
Number of photos:  154 pictures
Book Condition   NEW                                     
Dimensions 14.8 x 21 cm
ISBN   ISBN10 1787114260  ISBN13 9781787114265
Availability:  In stock
Language  English
Country of Publication: GB
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ABOUT
Following on from Jim Stringer’s first book ‘An Austin Anthology,’ this second volume features 22 more stories relating to the Austin Motor Company, its products and the people who purchased them.

The author takes a look at the very first Austin to be built, and discovers why it was able to be offered to the public so quickly after the Company’s formation only a few month’s earlier. He also uncovers how the single-cylinder Austin Seven, whilst designed at Longbridge, was actually built at the Swift Motor Car factory in Coventry, and offered as a Swift or an Austin. In 1908 Herbert Austin produced four 100hp racing cars to compete at the French Grand Prix in Dieppe. But what happened to them afterwards? And is the only survivor, now on display at the British Heritage Museum, Gaydon as genuine as it would appear?

And then there is the story of Daisy Fearon, whose only means of transport was a 1928 Austin which she’d owned since 1931. As Daisy aged, her driving became less and less predictable, causing those who knew her to run for cover when she was seen at the wheel.

An amusing and nostalgic collection of stories, illustrated with original period photographs, An Austin Anthology II is bound to entertain and delight all Austin enthusiasts.

More delightful Austin stories: all about the cars, the people who made them, and those who drove them
            What Hitler asked when he visited the Austin stand at the Berlin Motor Show
            The Austin Sevens that ran on rails
            The Austin that was also marketed as a ‘Swift’
            The mystery of two garages - 217 miles apart, but sharing the same photograph
            The first meal cooked and eaten in a moving motor vehicle
            Tales of eccentric owners and drivers
            The Austin Seven - a car to sing about
            Illustrated with original period photographs
            Original stories from the golden age of British motoring
Contents List
            1 The very first Austin.
            2 Wos ist mein Dixi.
            3 Liquorice Sweets collector cards.
            4 Zita Austin Nanny.
            5 The mystery of two garages.
            6 The Austin 7 which ran on rails.
            7 Driving Miss Daisy.
            8 Singing about the Austin 7.
            9 Alf Depper - an Austin Pioneer.
            10 Maple Leaf IV.
            11 Funny little Austin 7'.
            12 A funny thing happened on the way to the cemetery.
            13 Sergeant Murphy.
            14 No. 45.
            15 The Rear engine Austin.
            16 Dont  Try This at Home.
            17 I am the only manager here.
            18 The 100 hp Austin .
            19 Taking a Swift look at the Austin Seven.
            20 And Finally.

James Stringer
Born in 1943, James spent his early years in the West London suburb of Acton, and on leaving school took an apprenticeship with London Transport.
When he was old enough to drive, he looked around for a suitable motorcar which was affordable on apprentice’s wages. For £35 he purchased a 1929 Austin 16/6 saloon car, and thus his love affair with all things ‘Austin’ began. Joining the Vintage Austin Register in 1962 he soon became involved in its organisation, and for 17 years edited and produced the Vintage Austin Magazine, undertaking research into many aspects of the products manufactured by the Austin Motor Company. He retired after 16 years, but then two years later took on the job of producing the Register’s glossy quarterly magazine as its Editor. Not content with waiting for contributions to be sent in by its members he started to undertake research into many hitherto untold stories concerning Austin vehicles and aeroplanes and of course the people who purchased them, drove them, flew them, or were simply involved in their manufacture. So it is these stories which form the basis of this second anthology, added to which are a couple of humorous items taken from contemporary Austin Journals.
           
I would like further information on An Austin Anthology II, James 'Jim' Stringer, 1787114260, 9781787114265
 
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