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As one of car racing's most famous families, the Allisons achieved great success and experienced devastating personal tragedies. This biography explores this legendary NASCAR dynasty.
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Ann Parr earned her MFA in writing for children from Vermont College in 2004.
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Gr 6-9--These two series entries aimed at racing aficionados bring some fresh material to a dated area of most libraries. However, the colorful covers raise expectations that are soon deflated by occasionally fuzzy, dark, black-and-white photos and rather bland writing. The outer page margins are extremely wide and the narrow inner margins draw readers' eyes toward the gutter (some photos edge into it). Both titles reveal the drive, endurance, and super-quick reflexes necessary to succeed at this high-speed sport. Both include pages of career statistics, chronologies, and further readings and videos, and are indexed to assist researchers. The Allisons chronicles the racing careers, and little else, of brothers Bobby and Donnie (both forced to retire by severe injuries), and Bobby's sons Davey and Clifford (both killed in racing-related accidents). Mario Andretti includes more personal material as well as career highlights, and is written in a livelier style. Acceptable reading during ESPN commercials for those who thrill to the roar of finely tuned engines and the smell of hot carburetors.
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Book Description Library Binding. Condition: new. Library Binding. As one of car racing's most famous families, the Allisons achieved great success and experienced devastating personal tragedies. Bobby Allison, named one of NASCAR's 50 greatest drivers of all time, is father to Clifford and Davey Allison, and brother to Donnie Allison, all of whom have been prominent in auto racing. The tragic deaths of Bobby's sons and his constant struggle to look ahead in the sport he loves explains why, through triumph and tragedy, the Allisons remain legends in their field. ""The Allisons"" is a captivating biography that explores this legendary NASCAR dynasty. The clear text, eye-opening photographs, and intriguing sidebars allow readers to fully delve into the extraordinary lives of these iconic racing figures. As one of car racing's most famous families, the Allisons achieved great success and experienced devastating personal tragedies. This biography explores this legendary NASCAR dynasty. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780791086940
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