Lost Drag Strips: Ghosts of Quarter Miles Past (Cartech)
Lost Drag Strips: Ghosts of Quarter Miles Past (Cartech)
Overview
cover image and review on page 12 of Sept 2013 issue (Modified Mustangs and Fords2013-08-16)ran news release and cover image on page 90 of Sept 2013 issue (Australian Street Rodding2013-08-16)ran press release with cover image on page 42 of April 2013 issue of Chrysler Power (Chrysler Power magazine2013-03-13)plans to run the news release in the May 2013 issue of Mustang Times, Mary Jean Wesche (Mustang Times2013-04-05)"Focusing on the period of the height of the hobby where customizing cars for sheer speed alone was the ultimate goal, Tommy Lee Byrd presents an insightful and fascinating exploration of the hobby's history and peak. 'Lost Drag Strips' is a strong addition to general automotive and hobbyist collections focusing on vintage topics." -The Midwest Book Review, April 2013 (James CoxThe Midwest Book Review2013-04-30)cover image and review on page 14 of Drag Racer, July 2013, page 14 (Drag Racer2013-05-09)"This is a solid work of drag heritage." -Hemmings Muscle Machines, July 2013 (Hemmings Muscle Machines2013-06-03)"The history of drag racing is a broad spectrum of high points and low points, but we've found a great way to relive it, thanks to a new book that profiles abandoned drag strips across the United States. In Tommy Lee Byrd's book, Lost Drag Strips: Ghosts of Quarter Miles Past, you'll find features on more than 25 drag strips that once flourished, but closed due to various reasons. With hundreds of vintage photos, you can relive the old days, and find out the fate of each historic track, thanks to in-depth stories and modern day photos of these lost, but not forgotten facilities. Tommy Lee says, 'This was never meant to be an all-inclusive book, so while the book may not feature every lost drag strip in America, you will find a wealth of information on tracks such as Lions Associated Drag Strip, Pocono Drag Lodge, Green Valley Raceway and many more, including a number of small, hometown tracks.'" -Auto Enthusiast Weekly, January 29, 2013 (Auto Enthusiast Weekly2013-01-28)"Using photos from their heyday and contemporary shots of what they look like now, Byrd chronicles the rise and fall of beloved drag strips all across the country. It's a well-told but melancholy tale of how 'progress' has gobbled up all that racing opportunity." -Drew Hardin, Muscle Car Review, July 2013 (Drew HardinMuscle Car Review2013-06-18)"With a foreward by Don Garltis, it's a nostalgic and rather poignant trip down memory lane and a timely reminder of drag racing's simpler, but nonetheless colorful past." -Classic American, September 2013 (Classic American2013-08-16)American Car Magazine, UK pub, October 2013 issue, review with cover image (American Car Magazine2013-09-17)Lost Drag Strips: Ghosts of Quarter-Miles Past deserves ongoing attention and recommendation as one of the few automotive history titles to cover abandoned and lost drag strip tracks across the country. Pairing vintage (color and black and white alike) photos from drag races with stories behind the track's history, events, and why they closed down, this is packed with powerful surveys of what put drag strips out of business, when, and more. Much evidence remains of these strips' past: this lovely title captures this remaining history in a gorgeous presentation for any race car fan and many a general-interest reader. (Midwest Book Review2014-02-10)Description
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Overview
cover image and review on page 12 of Sept 2013 issue (Modified Mustangs and Fords2013-08-16)ran news release and cover image on page 90 of Sept 2013 issue (Australian Street Rodding2013-08-16)ran press release with cover image on page 42 of April 2013 issue of Chrysler Power (Chrysler Power magazine2013-03-13)plans to run the news release in the May 2013 issue of Mustang Times, Mary Jean Wesche (Mustang Times2013-04-05)"Focusing on the period of the height of the hobby where customizing cars for sheer speed alone was the ultimate goal, Tommy Lee Byrd presents an insightful and fascinating exploration of the hobby's history and peak. 'Lost Drag Strips' is a strong addition to general automotive and hobbyist collections focusing on vintage topics." -The Midwest Book Review, April 2013 (James CoxThe Midwest Book Review2013-04-30)cover image and review on page 14 of Drag Racer, July 2013, page 14 (Drag Racer2013-05-09)"This is a solid work of drag heritage." -Hemmings Muscle Machines, July 2013 (Hemmings Muscle Machines2013-06-03)"The history of drag racing is a broad spectrum of high points and low points, but we've found a great way to relive it, thanks to a new book that profiles abandoned drag strips across the United States. In Tommy Lee Byrd's book, Lost Drag Strips: Ghosts of Quarter Miles Past, you'll find features on more than 25 drag strips that once flourished, but closed due to various reasons. With hundreds of vintage photos, you can relive the old days, and find out the fate of each historic track, thanks to in-depth stories and modern day photos of these lost, but not forgotten facilities. Tommy Lee says, 'This was never meant to be an all-inclusive book, so while the book may not feature every lost drag strip in America, you will find a wealth of information on tracks such as Lions Associated Drag Strip, Pocono Drag Lodge, Green Valley Raceway and many more, including a number of small, hometown tracks.'" -Auto Enthusiast Weekly, January 29, 2013 (Auto Enthusiast Weekly2013-01-28)"Using photos from their heyday and contemporary shots of what they look like now, Byrd chronicles the rise and fall of beloved drag strips all across the country. It's a well-told but melancholy tale of how 'progress' has gobbled up all that racing opportunity." -Drew Hardin, Muscle Car Review, July 2013 (Drew HardinMuscle Car Review2013-06-18)"With a foreward by Don Garltis, it's a nostalgic and rather poignant trip down memory lane and a timely reminder of drag racing's simpler, but nonetheless colorful past." -Classic American, September 2013 (Classic American2013-08-16)American Car Magazine, UK pub, October 2013 issue, review with cover image (American Car Magazine2013-09-17)Lost Drag Strips: Ghosts of Quarter-Miles Past deserves ongoing attention and recommendation as one of the few automotive history titles to cover abandoned and lost drag strip tracks across the country. Pairing vintage (color and black and white alike) photos from drag races with stories behind the track's history, events, and why they closed down, this is packed with powerful surveys of what put drag strips out of business, when, and more. Much evidence remains of these strips' past: this lovely title captures this remaining history in a gorgeous presentation for any race car fan and many a general-interest reader. (Midwest Book Review2014-02-10)Description
Condition Guidelines
Books - New and Used
The following guidelines apply to books:
- New: A brand-new copy with cover and original protective wrapping intact. Books with markings of any kind on the cover or pages, books marked as "Bargain" or "Remainder," or with any other labels attached, may not be listed as New condition.
- Used - Good: All pages and cover are intact (including the dust cover, if applicable). Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May include "From the library of" labels. Shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Item may be missing bundled media.
- Used - Acceptable: All pages and the cover are intact, but shrink wrap, dust covers, or boxed set case may be missing. Pages may include limited notes, highlighting, or minor water damage but the text is readable. Item may but the dust cover may be missing. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting, but the text cannot be obscured or unreadable.
Note: Some electronic material access codes are valid only for one user. For this reason, used books, including books listed in the Used – Like New condition, may not come with functional electronic material access codes.
Shipping & Delivery
Shipping Fees
- Stevens Books offers FREE SHIPPING everywhere in the United States for ALL non-book orders, and $3.99 for each book.
- Packages are shipped from Monday to Friday.
- No additional fees and charges.
Delivery Times
The usual time for processing an order is 24 hours (1 business day), but may vary depending on the availability of products ordered. This period excludes delivery times, which depend on your geographic location.
Estimated delivery times:
- Standard Shipping: 5-8 business days
- Expedited Shipping: 3-5 business days
Shipping method varies depending on what is being shipped.
Tracking
All orders are shipped with a tracking number. Once your order has left our warehouse, a confirmation e-mail with a tracking number will be sent to you. You will be able to track your package at all times.
Damaged Parcel
If your package has been delivered in a PO Box, please note that we are not responsible for any damage that may result (consequences of extreme temperatures, theft, etc.).
If you have any questions regarding shipping or want to know about the status of an order, please contact us or email to support@stevensbooks.com.
Returns & Refunds
You may return most items within 30 days of delivery for a full refund.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be unused and in the same condition that you received it. It must also be in the original packaging.
Several types of goods are exempt from being returned. Perishable goods such as food, flowers, newspapers or magazines cannot be returned. We also do not accept products that are intimate or sanitary goods, hazardous materials, or flammable liquids or gases.
Additional non-returnable items:
- Gift cards
- Downloadable software products
- Some health and personal care items
To complete your return, we require a tracking number, which shows the items which you already returned to us.
There are certain situations where only partial refunds are granted (if applicable)
- Book with obvious signs of use
- CD, DVD, VHS tape, software, video game, cassette tape, or vinyl record that has been opened
- Any item not in its original condition, is damaged or missing parts for reasons not due to our error
- Any item that is returned more than 30 days after delivery
Items returned to us as a result of our error will receive a full refund,some returns may be subject to a restocking fee of 7% of the total item price, please contact a customer care team member to see if your return is subject. Returns that arrived on time and were as described are subject to a restocking fee.
Items returned to us that were not the result of our error, including items returned to us due to an invalid or incomplete address, will be refunded the original item price less our standard restocking fees.
If the item is returned to us for any of the following reasons, a 15% restocking fee will be applied to your refund total and you will be asked to pay for return shipping:
- Item(s) no longer needed or wanted.
- Item(s) returned to us due to an invalid or incomplete address.
- Item(s) returned to us that were not a result of our error.
You should expect to receive your refund within four weeks of giving your package to the return shipper, however, in many cases you will receive a refund more quickly. This time period includes the transit time for us to receive your return from the shipper (5 to 10 business days), the time it takes us to process your return once we receive it (3 to 5 business days), and the time it takes your bank to process our refund request (5 to 10 business days).
If you need to return an item, please Contact Us with your order number and details about the product you would like to return. We will respond quickly with instructions for how to return items from your order.
Shipping Cost
We'll pay the return shipping costs if the return is a result of our error (you received an incorrect or defective item, etc.). In other cases, you will be responsible for paying for your own shipping costs for returning your item. Shipping costs are non-refundable. If you receive a refund, the cost of return shipping will be deducted from your refund.
Depending on where you live, the time it may take for your exchanged product to reach you, may vary.
If you are shipping an item over $75, you should consider using a trackable shipping service or purchasing shipping insurance. We don’t guarantee that we will receive your returned item.
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