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With over 200 stunning color images, this volume explains the forces behind Aston Martin as a world-leading carmaker and celebrates the carsÆ speed, durability, reliability, sophistication, leading technology, and sporting nature. The story behind the iconic prowess, spirit, and mobility of this great enterprise is introduced in the preface by Sir Stirling Moss. By recounting his career as a race driver for Aston Martin, he sheds light on the swift development in style, technology, force, and sophistication that led the make to acquire its legendary status. The chapter ôHeritageö provides an engaging and broad-sweeping historical account of the car maker, ôTechnologyö reveals Aston MartinÆs aim to push technological boundaries while committing to traditional craftsmanship, ôDesignö closely examines Aston MartinÆs interior and exterior stylistic innovations and their influence on the public perception of the car maker, ôPeopleö focuses on key figures David King, Marek Reichman, Ulrich Bez, and Ian Minards. We