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Pimm, Nancy Roe

The Daytona 500: The Thrill and Thunder of the Great American Race

64 pp. | Millbrook | February, 2011 | Library ISBN 978-0-7613-6677-5 $29.27

(3) 4-6 Pimm effectively blends history, statistics, and NASCAR lore into an engaging, satisfying story of one of the most famous car races in the world. Chapters detail the birthplace of the Daytona 500, memorable wins by Allison, Earnhardt, and McMurray, and information about stock cars themselves. A well-chosen collection of archival and contemporary photographs enhance the volume. Reading list, websites. Glos., ind.

Reviewer: Carrie Harasimowicz Sullivan