Poehler Bill (39 results)

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Hardback. Condition: Good. A forgotten story of courage, speed, and the fight for equality on the racetrack. In an era defined by racial segregation, Dewey Gatson, known as Rajo Jack, defied the odds to become a celebrated race car driver. The Brown Bullet chronicles his remarkable journey through the Jim Crow South and the burgeoning motorsports scene of California, revealing the challenges he faced and the triumphs he achieved. Bill Poehler uncovers the life of a trailblazing athlete who broke barriers and inspired a generation. This biography is for readers interested in: Auto racing history African American history Stories of courage and perseverance Discover how Rajo Jack's determination shattered stereotypes and paved the way for future generations of diverse drivers, leaving an enduring legacy in the world of motorsports.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardback. Condition: Good. A forgotten story of courage, speed, and the fight for equality on the racetrack. In an era defined by racial segregation, Dewey Gatson, known as Rajo Jack, defied the odds to become a celebrated race car driver. The Brown Bullet chronicles his remarkable journey through the Jim Crow South and the burgeoning motorsports scene of California, revealing the challenges he faced and the triumphs he achieved. Bill Poehler uncovers the life of a trailblazing athlete who broke barriers and inspired a generation. This biography is for readers interested in: Auto racing history African American history Stories of courage and perseverance Discover how Rajo Jack's determination shattered stereotypes and paved the way for future generations of diverse drivers, leaving an enduring legacy in the world of motorsports.…

Condition: Good. This is a used book. The item may contain former library stamps, markings, stickers, and sleeves. It may also contain minor marks, cuts, or bends. All pages, covers, and dust jackets are intact, if applicable. The cover art may be different than pictured. Books may contain minor underlining, highlighting, and notes. Access codes, CDs, and other bundled media may not be present or usable. Some books contain minor stains and/or discoloration from normal wear and tear.…

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condition: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

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Hardback. Condition: New. The powers-that-be in 1920s auto racing, namely the American Automobile Association's Contest Board, barred everyone who wasn't a white male from the sport. But Dewey Gatson, a black man who went by the name Rajo Jack, drove into the center of "outlaw" auto racing in California, refusing to let the pervasive racism of his day stop him from competing against entire fields of white drivers. In The Brown Bullet, journalist Bill Poehler uncovers the life of a long-forgotten trailblazer and the great lengths he took to even get on the track, showing ultimately how Rajo Jack proved to a generation that a black man could compete with some of the greatest white drivers of his era, winning some of the biggest races of the day.…

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Hardback. Condition: New. The powers-that-be in 1920s auto racing, namely the American Automobile Association's Contest Board, barred everyone who wasn't a white male from the sport. But Dewey Gatson, a black man who went by the name Rajo Jack, drove into the center of "outlaw" auto racing in California, refusing to let the pervasive racism of his day stop him from competing against entire fields of white drivers. In The Brown Bullet, journalist Bill Poehler uncovers the life of a long-forgotten trailblazer and the great lengths he took to even get on the track, showing ultimately how Rajo Jack proved to a generation that a black man could compete with some of the greatest white drivers of his era, winning some of the biggest races of the day.…

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Condition: New. 2020. hardcover. . . . . .

Hardback. Condition: New. The incredible, little-known story of the first successful Black woman in the sport of auto racing in the United States.Early in her career, Cheryl Glass looked like a lock to become the first Black woman to compete in the Indianapolis 500. From racing quarter midget cars at ten years old to Indy Lights in her twenties, Cheryl was on her way towards a winning career in auto racing.In The First Lady of Dirt: The Triumphs and Tragedy of Racing Pioneer Cheryl Glass, Bill Poehler tells Cheryl's full story for the first time. He recounts how Cheryl rapidly became the first successful Black woman in the sport, yet frequently encountered racist and sexist taunts from other drivers and fans throughout her career. While appearing to have it all-talent, ambition, looks-she faced many challenges on and off the track and her life soon spun out of control. Featuring exclusive interviews with Cheryl's mother, friends, and competitors, The First Lady of Dirt takes you behind the scenes and in the driver's seat of Cheryl's life. Poehler, an amateur racer himself, places the reader at the track, smelling the dirt and fumes, hearing the roaring engines and crashing metal, and feeling Cheryl's joy and pain. It's the inspiring story of a racing pioneer and a tragic tale of the pressures that are often hidden from public view until it's too late.…

Condition: New. 2020. hardcover. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

Hardcover. Condition: Brand New. 278 pages. 9.25x6.25x1.00 inches. In Stock.

Condition: Very Good. Bon état. Sans date. Very Good.

Condition: New. 2024. hardcover. . . . . .

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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good-. Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good-. First Edition. 278 pp. Index. Bibliography. Notes. Photos. Spine, corners bumped. Jacket has light edgewear. Light dampstain to upper corner of the last handful of pages. The forgotten story of Dewey Gatson (Rajo Jack) and his struggle to become a profession driver in the 1930's and 40's. ; 8vo 8" - 9" tall.…

Condition: New. 2024. hardcover. . . . . . Books ship from the US and Ireland.

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