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Winning in Reverse - Defying the Odds and Achieving Dreams—The Bill Lester Story

English · Paperback / Softback

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The amazing and dramatic story of Bill Lester, one of the most well-known NASCAR drivers in history—and a pioneer whose determination and spirit has paved the way for a new generation of racers.

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Bill Lester was born in Washington, D.C. attended University of California Berkeley. Before becoming a professional race car driver, he worked Hewlett-Packard. Lester competed in NASCAR and IMSA, two of America's most prestigious racing series and earned six podium finishes and one victory during his 10 full seasons. Bill has received various awards including "Trailblazer in Motor Sports" and the "Jackie Robinson Award" award from the Rainbow/PUSH organization and the "Sam Lacy Pioneer Award" from the National Association of Black Journalists in 2013. He was a broadcast analyst for Fox Sports South show "Around the Track" and the NBC Sports show "NASCAR America."

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The amazing and dramatic story of Bill Lester, one of the most well-known NASCAR drivers in history—and a pioneer whose determination and spirit has paved the way for a new generation of racers.

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"Since his retirement, the iconic racer has used his large platform to represent auto racing, businesses, and the black community in engaging in and helping bring an end to racial injustice... A recommended read for many, this book will make you believe that your dreams are so much more than 'what-if' scenarios." 

Product details

Authors Jonathan Ingram, Bill Lester
Publisher Simon & Schuster UK
 
Languages English
Product format Paperback / Softback
Released 14.04.2022
 
EAN 9781643139456
ISBN 978-1-64313-945-6
No. of pages 304
Dimensions 140 mm x 210 mm x 25 mm
Weight 295 g
Illustrations 8 pages of color photographs
Subject Guides > Sport > Motorsport, motorcycle sport, bicycle sport, aviation sport

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