Junkyard Jockey

by Carl C Smith

Overview

"Junkyard Jockey" is a must-read for both racing enthusiasts and those intrigued by the cultural and historical context of dirt track racing in the 1960s and 1970s. With its vivid storytelling, authentic portrayal of characters, and immersive depiction of the racing world, the book succeeds in transporting readers to a time when racing was more than just a sport; it was a way of life. Whether you're a die-hard fan or a casual reader, this book offers an engrossing and evocative experience that will leave you with a newfound appreciation for the daring individuals who pushed the limits on those dusty dirt tracks."

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9798218954147
Publisher:	Cathy Jane Swarmer
Publication date:	05/07/2023
Pages:	214
Product dimensions:	6.14(w) x 9.21(h) x 0.50(d)

About the Author

The author, Carl C. Smith and his wife, Danna, have been life-long residents of Lewistown, Pa. They have two sons, Robert and his wife, Julie, who live in Maryland and Michael and his wife Jessica, who live in Lewistown. They also have 5 grandchildren and a Corgi named Jade.
Carl graduated from Lewistown High School in 1964 and received his teaching degree from Shippensburg State College in 1968. He taught English from 1969 to 2003 at the former Rothrock, Lewistown and Indian Valley High Schools and the former Mifflin/Juniata Vo Tech School. He then did substitute teaching until 2013.
In 1973, he purchased the family business, Smith Tire and Performance Center, and ran it until he sold it in 1993.

Editorial Reviews

I know Carl personally and never knew he had such talent in the writing field. His book puts you in the driver's seat of that race car or under the hood working alongside the friends who helped make this book so interesting. I highly recommend The Junkyard Jockey. I enjoyed it to the point I couldn't put the book down. I had a few late nights due to the book. It keeps your attention the whole way through. I hope you all enjoy it as much as I did.

Amazon - Pamela Bilger

This book, Junkyard Jockey by Carl Smith was very interesting because it showed the hardships and victories of racing back in the day! It was great to read a book from our local area and to have known so many people in the book!

Amazon - Darvin Donahey, Sr.

I purchased 2 hardback books so I could share with family and friends. It is a very entertaining story of Carl's dream to compete in a sport he loved as a young admirer of his childhood hero and compete against him. Speaking personally to Carl his tenor as a teacher had him document his journey in racing so what's in the book is all a factual account of the years of his involvement in motor sports. THIS IS A GREAT READ,

Amazon - Carole Stitt