Based on Sir Stirling's own private scrapbooks, photo albums and diaries, the books give a unique insight into his career and private life.

Moss was very much the 'Beckham of his era'. For every scrapbook covering his racing achievements, he has two for his private life! He raced hard and off the track he lived life to the full.

The first 'Stirling Moss Scrapbook' will feature 1955. This was a momentous year for Moss. Though seen as a great hope for the future, he was yet to establish himself as a top Grand Prix driver and a household name. By the end of 1955, he was both.

It was such a different world from that inhabited by the modern racing driver. Moss lived in an age when racing drivers were still allowed to have fun.

Full of period flavour, this series of books will capture the high octane atmosphere of the fifties and sixties.

This was the year Stirling Moss:

1. Won his first Grand Prix - the British GP no less
2. Won the Mille Miglia - the 1,000 mile race on the roads on Italy
3. Won the Targa Florio - with 40+ mile circuit with hundreds of bends
4. Won the TT for the third time
5. Drove for the Mercedes-Benz works team alongside Fangio
6. Proved he was a more versatile racing driver than even the great Fangio

The books are being compiled by award-winning motoring author Philip Porter to whom Sir Stirling has given unique access and many interviews. For added colour, Porter has spoken with Stirling's friends and colleagues, and their anecdotes are included.