Sir Lewis – The Definitive Biography

By Michael Sawyer

The definitive biography of the greatest Formula One driver of all time.

At the pinnacle of motorsports, a humble young man from Stevenage has risen to become the greatest Formula One driver of all time.

Lewis Hamilton’s journey began with a remote-controlled car hobby. The journey eventually led him to become a seven-time world champion, a knight of the realm and a global superstar. His rise is the stuff of sporting legend.

Sir Lewis follows Hamilton’s path from his early days karting on local tracks to the glitz and pressure of the Formula One circuit.

Sir Lewis – determination to reach the top

Along the way, readers witness his single-minded determination to reach the top. He stayed focused even as he faced racial barriers and opposition at nearly every turn. His triumph over adversity becomes even more inspiring when viewed alongside his pioneering role in opening motorsports to marginalised communities.

Beyond his unmatched accomplishments on the track, Hamilton equaled the records held by the legendary Michael Schumacher. He also used his platform to speak out for social justice, environmental sustainability and diversity. Hamilton became a global tastemaker in art, fashion and lifestyle. At the same time, he emerged as a voice of moral clarity.

Hamilton has leveraged his fame to challenge Formula One and global sports. He encourages these institutions to serve as forces for positive change. In doing so, he has inspired a new generation of athletes and artists to dream bigger and act bolder.

Now approaching the twilight of his racing career, Hamilton stands at a crossroads. In this fascinating book, acclaimed professor of African American Literature and Culture, and lifelong F1 fan, Michael Sawyer, explores the legacy he will leave behind. Sir Lewis culminates with Hamilton’s potential final act. He is chasing a record-setting eighth world title at the wheel of the iconic Ferrari team. This quest represents the ultimate validation of his greatness.

About the author

Michael E. Sawyer is an author and professor of African American Literature and Culture and the director of Graduate Studies in the Department of English at the University of Pittsburgh. His lifelong interest in Formula One and global culture merge to offer a definitive accounting of the life and legacy of one of the greatest athletes of our era.