A few years ago Indianapolis would be the last place I'd have chosen to run a US Grand Prix but it's beginning to look as though the Indiana circuit is, in fact, a natural home. The crowds are large and growing, the city loves the money it attracts (far more than the vaunted 500), the facilities are excellent and the competition - last year's tire debacle aside - has been entertaining. A far cry from the first American Formula One race, which occured, just once, on the Sebring, Florida, airport circuit. In the annals of F1 history this event has a very special place, which explains "Sunshine, Speed and a Surprise -The 1959 Grand Prix of the United States," a book by Joel E. Finn, now available from l'art et l'automobile. An accurately-told story, it includes many never-before-published photographs. Only 10 autographed copies are available, at $80 each. Hardbound, 12" by 9", 213 pages, this book would be a desireable addition to any racing enthusiast's library. Think Christmas.