Le Tour 100: The Definitive History of The World’s Greatest Race has just been published by Cassell Illustrated (Print ISBN 978-1844037230). The book contains a fully illustrated commentary about the most famous stages, events and personalities throughout the 110 year history of “La Grande Boucle”.
Luped picture research sourced over 400 images, most supplied by the very helpful Offside Sports Photo Library, representatives of L’Equipe newspaper’s archive, the progeny of L’Auto sports paper that started the Tour in 1903.
The majority of the book discusses a key stage from each of the 100 races to date. Contemporary images inset on aerial and satellite photos depicting the route of the stage, each accompanied by quotes, facts and commentary.
We found the turbulent and colourful history of the tour fascinating. It is a remarkable story that elevates the book to one of general interest, as well as being a must for tour enthusiasts. To take a closer look click here.