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50th Anniversary NASCAR The Thunder of America 1988

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NASCAR: The Thunder of America.Thunder Of America: 50th Anniversary of NASCAR hardcover 1988.Published by Harper, 1988.200 pages of NASCAR history, info, stats and photos.Hardcover with dust jacket.Photographs and text help capture the most exciting moments from the first fifty years of NASCAR racing.Covers years from 1948-1998 in Nascar."NASCAR racing is as American as you can get. You've got tradition and excitement... men and machines in competition together."Junior Johnson, NASCAR pioneer and legend NASCAR. It's exciting. It's fast. It's in-your-face. And it's America's fastest-growing spectator sport! NASCAR: The Thunder of America captures the greatest memories from the past 50 years of NASCAR racing. The Competition. Triumph. Devotion. Family. Teamwork. Innovation. And that incredible NASCAR spirit. Big and bd photography brings to life many different stories with quotes from drivers, fans, crew members and officials. Historical archived images reflect some of NASCAR's greatest moments. And original photographs of NASCAR's top drivers profile these heroes of the sport. It's the thrill. It's the passion and determination. It's hundreds of thousands of devoted fans cheering wildly as a pack of 700-horsepower engines scream past in a blur of cor. It's what dreams are made of -- all wrapped up in rubber and metal. It's about speed. It's about winning. It's about legendary heroes -- Byron, Thomas, Flock, Weatherly, Petty, Allison, Yarbrough, Earnhardt and Gordon. It's about fighting wheel-to-wheel, week after week, month after month, on local tracks and superspeedways throughout the country. This is NASCAR, the thunder of America! 50 years of commitment. 50 years of technogy, innovation and 50 years of pure love for speed. "NASCAR belongs to the fans.... It's hair-raising, spine-tingling, jump-out-of-your-seat competition that makes everyone invved look forward to Sunday afternoons."-- NASCAR fan Dave Doggett, Stillwater, Oklahoma. "NASCAR racing is as American as you can get. You've got traditionand excitement... men and machines in competition together." -- JuniorJohnson, NASCAR pioneer and legend NASCAR. It's exciting. It's fast. It'sin-your-face. And it's America's fastest-growing spectator sport NASCAR: The Thunder of America captures the greatest memories from the past 50 years of NASCAR racing. The Competition. Triumph. Devotion. Family. Teamwork. Innovation. And that incredible NASCAR spirit. Big and bd photography brings to life many different stories with quotes from drivers, fans, crew members and officials. Historical archived images reflect some ofNASCAR's greatest moments. And original photographs of NASCAR's top driversprofile these heroes of the sport. It's the thrill. It's the passion and determination. It's hundreds of thousands of devoted fans cheering wildly as a pack of 700-horsepower engines scream past in a blur of cor. It's what dreamsare made of -- all wrapped up in rubber and metal. It's about speed. It's about winning. It's about legendary heroes -- Byron, Thomas, Flock, Weatherly, Petty, Allison, Yarbrough, Earnhardt and Gordon. It's about fightingwheel-to-wheel, week after week, month after month, on local tracks and superspeedways throughout the country. This is NASCAR, the thunder of America 50 years of commitment. 50 years of technogy, innovation and 50 years of pure love for speed. "NASCAR belongs to the fans.... It's hair-raising, spine-tingling, jump-out-of-your-seat competition that makes everyone invved look forward to Sunday afternoons." -- NASCAR fan Dave Doggett, Stillwater, Oklahoma Since its founding in 1947, the France familyhas built NASCAR (National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing) from a small, family-run racing organization into a $2-billion-a-year industry -- the leader in motorsports entertainment. Today, over 5.5 million people a year attend NASCAR Winston Cup Series races and nearly 150 million watch the action on television. Together, the NASCAR family celebrates good sportsmanship, cheers courage and rewards perseverance. It is a fast-paced, emotion-packed drama played out by real people with extraordinary dreams -- dreams that encourage, support and foster the best that people can be, whether it's on the track, in the stands or at home watching the television. Firmly rooted in family values, NASCAR has adistinct tradition and plays an exemplary re in every neighborhood across the country. "NASCAR is great entertainment, but it's also much more.It's a commitment. A commitment to the sport of stock car racing, to a family of competitors and fans, and to the excellence of performance." -- Bill France, Jr. Since its founding in 1947, the France family has built NASCAR (National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing) from a small, family-run racing organization into a $2-billion-a-year industry -- the leader in motorsports entertainment. Today, over 5.5 million people a year attend NASCAR Winston Cup Series races and nearly 150 million watch the action on television. Together, the NASCAR family celebrates good sportsmanship, cheers courage and rewards perseverance. It is a fast-paced, emotion-packed drama played out by real people with extraordinary dreams -- dreams that encourage, support and foster the best that people can be, whether it's on the track, in the stands or at home watching the television. Firmly rooted in family values, NASCAR has a distinct tradition and plays an exemplary re in every neighborhood across the country. "NASCAR is great entertainment, but it's also much more.It's a commitment. A commitment to the sport of stock car racing, to a family of competitors and fans, and to the excellence of performance."-- Bill France, Jr.About NASCAR. NASCAR, which stands for the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing, is a popar motorsport that primarily focuses on racing stock cars on oval tracks. It's one of the most prominent and widely watched motorsport series in the United States. Key points about NASCAR: 1) Stock Cars: NASCAR races typically feature stock cars, which are modified versions of production cars. While the term "stock" might suggest that these cars are unmodified, they are actually highly specialized vehicles designed for racing. 2) Oval Tracks: NASCAR races take place on a variety of tracks, but oval tracks are most closely associated with the sport. Ovals are characterized by their curved shape, which often allows drivers to reach high speeds while turning left in a continuous loop. 3) Three Major Series: NASCAR organizes its racing into three major series: 4) NASCAR Cup Series: This is the premier series and the most well-known. It features the most competitive racing and is home to famous races like the Daytona 500 and the Coca-Ca 600. 5) NASCAR Xfinity Series: This is a stepping stone for drivers looking to make their way to the Cup Series. The cars are slightly less powerf than Cup cars. 6) NASCAR Camping World Truck Series: This series features races with trucks instead of cars, providing a unique dynamic on the track. 7) Points System: NASCAR uses a points system to determine the championship standings. Drivers earn points based on their finishing position in each race, with additional points awarded for leading laps and winning stages. The driver with the most points at the end of the season is crowned the champion. 8) Playoffs: In recent years, NASCAR introduced a playoff system for the Cup Series known as the "Playoffs" or "Chase." This system invves a series of elimination rounds, cminating in a final race where the remaining contenders compete for the championship. 9) Drivers: NASCAR has a history of iconic drivers, such as Richard Petty, Dale Earnhardt, Jeff Gordon, and Jimmie Johnson, who have become legends in the sport. 10) Fan Base: NASCAR has a dedicated and passionate fan base, especially in the southeastern United States. The sport has gained poparity beyond its traditional base and has a significant presence in American cture. 11) Safety: Over the years, NASCAR has made substantial improvements in terms of driver safety, with innovations like the HANS device and SAFER barriers being introduced to reduce the risks associated with high-speed crashes. 12) Sponsorship: Sponsorship plays a critical re in NASCAR. Cars are often adorned with logos and branding from various companies, and sponsors provide significant financial support to teams and drivers. 13) Evution: NASCAR has evved over time, adapting to changes in technogy, safety standards, and fan preferences. The sport continues to introduce new res and formats to keep racing competitive and engaging.
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 12.5 in (31.75 cm)Width: 10.5 in (26.67 cm)Depth: 1 in (2.54 cm)
  • Style:
    Expressionist (In the Style Of)
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  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    1988
  • Condition:
    some shelf wear on the dust jacket.
  • Seller Location:
    North Hollywood, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: N8231stDibs: LU906835850492

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