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Sir Jackie Stewart is one of the most highly regarded names in global sport - winner of three F1 World Championships, 27 Grands Prix and ranked in the top five drivers of all time. On retiring from the circuit, he went on to build an equally impressive international business career. In the 1960s and into the 70s, with his black cap, sideburns and aviator shades Jackie Stewart was an unmistakable icon in a glorious era of style, glamour and speed. On the track, his story is one of drama, excitement, tragedy, controversy, celebrity, danger and massive success. Beyond the sport his life is a compelling tale of battling against the odds and achieving world-wide recognition as an outstanding sportsman, a role model and a highly accomplished and respected businessman.… (more)
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On the downside, Stewart's incessant banging-on about his rich and famous friends gets a touch wearisome, and occasionally he gets sidetracked with irrelevancies. I also found his philosophising gets too 'preachy' for comfort in places, but there are some pleasant surprises like his views on religion and his love of dogs.
Generally the book is superbly well written in an intensely personal style that oozes deep emotions and strong convictions. Some light-hearted stories would be welcome to relieve the intensity from time to time, but the narrative is well thought out, progressing on a chronological framework with key issues being addressed in their own space as special subjects.
Overall, a 'Winning Is Not Enough' can be recommended to a reader who desires to gain an insight into the character of a complex personality, despite it's sparse presentation.