Aston Martin (Shire Library)

"Aston Martin" by Richard Loveys is a decent little book. At only 64 pages, it is short and concise. It is written like a textbook. The only well-formed prose is the description on the back. As a quick reference guide, it is excellent. Almost every vehicle mentioned features a photograph. The quality of the book is decent: not great nor bad. The outside cover is one that attracts oil and feels slightly soft. The inside pages are very glossy and thick; however, the very first page featuring a picture of a red DB5 convertible has smudged ink and spots where the photograph was not colored in properly. Page 17 has a long dark smudge from a dirty printer on it. Although it's a very short book, it was considerate to include an index of terms, a list of abbreviations used within the book, and a list of 'further reading.' I will be taking advantage of this list, as this book has left me slightly wanting more story and less dry, cold facts. I do like having the facts, the pictures, and all of the specs. I do not regret my purchase, but I feel it could have been improved. I did enjoy the history of the company, but feel more could have been said.At the end of the day, I'll give it four stars because it was interesting, even being very dry.

Modest volume on an excellent car. Few details you might want to buy a more comprehensive book

Good quick read about Aston Martin, especially the write-up about the DB5 (of course) and its post movie history. Iconic automobile brand.

64 pages for a 100 year old car company? Seems short...definitely wouldn't recommend for the price.

Ok but nothing startling & but good value

Was expecting more pictures that hadn't been seen before, but good quality

My husband loved it

An excellent book to add to my Aston Martin book and brochure collection.