Greenville-Pickens Speedway’s History Unveiled

MT. PLEASANT, S.C. - Oct. 4, 2013 - PRLog -- Greenville-Pickens Speedwayis Arcadia Publishing’s newest historical race track book to be published as part of a licensing agreement with the NASCAR® Library Collection, which provides a high level of authentication and quality to NASCAR-licensed books.

As the second-oldest NASCAR track still running weekly races, Greenville-Pickens has earned a unique niche in racing history. In 1959, local driver David Pearson sped to a record 15 victories in one season, jump-starting a Hall of Fame career. As a young boy, Dale Earnhardt played in the infield while his father, Ralph, raced to the track championship in 1965. In 1971, ABC’s Wide World of Sports televised the first live, start-to-finish NASCAR race at Greenville-Pickens. Many big names have competed here, but for every David Pearson and Richard Petty, there have been dozens of Donnie Bishops and Toby Porters: local favorites providing weekly thrills for a loyal fan base. This book will highlight the unique history of the Greenville-Pickens Speedway using vintage images to share the stories.

Each nostalgic volume in Arcadia’s NASCAR Library Collection brings race track history to life through extraordinary vintage images. From races run on dirt and clay to the paved speedways of today, discover the historic events, colorful characters and memorable moments that defined America’s legendary racing venues.

Available October 14, 2013 at area bookstores, independent retailers and online retailers, or from the publisher at (888) 313-2665 or online.

Arcadia Publishing is the leading publisher of local and regional history in the United States. For more information visit www.arcadiapublishing.com/NASCAR.

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