Jeff Gordon: Racing Back to the Front--My Memoir

by Jeff Gordon, Steve Eubanks

The New York Times bestselling autobiography of one of auto racing's greatest drivers -- a pedal-to-the-metal look at the life of a NASCAR champion.Jeff Gordon is the hottest thing on the racetrack today! With his skill, determination, and heartfelt love of competitive driving, he has made the Winner's Circle his second home and has helped transform NASCAR racing into the mostwatched entertainment in America.Here, Jeff Gordon tells the story of his life behind the wheel -- from his unlikely beginnings on the California junior circuit to his meteoric rise to fame. Noting all the roadblocks he faced along the way, Gordon also gives readers an up-close, highspeed look at what it's really like to climb into the cockpit of a stock car every weekend and offers glimpses into the lives and work of his extraordinary crew.This is Jeff Gordon in front of the pack -- an inspirational, thrilling, and true story of courage and character from one of auto racing's greatest heroes.

Genres: Biography, Sports, Racing, Nonfiction, Memoir

336 pages, Mass Market Paperback

First published October 20, 2003

Reviews

[Mom · Rating 2 out of 5]

I have long been a fan of Jeff Gordon and I enjoyed reading his memoir. However, this book was not all I was hoping it would be. It isn't like I didn't know what he was talking about, because I know a lot about cars, but I feel like this book is a man's book. I really tried hard not to yawn through some of it.

[Jennifer · Rating 5 out of 5]

Being from Indiana and knowing all the areas that Jeff talks about from his childhood racing days, I enjoyed reading his stories about moving up through the ranks of racing and the chances and chance encounters that took him from a kid who wanted to be an Indy car driver to a NASCAR champion. I'd love to read another book about the time from when this book ends that follows his discovery of Jimmie Johnson, finding love with Ingrid and becoming a father. If you're a Jeff Gordon fan, it's a must read. If you enjoy autobiographies about someone who found their passion young and fulfilled their dreams, read on.

[Anthony Sperando · Rating 3 out of 5]

An insightful look at Jeff Gordon's life and accomplishments from "his" words up until 2003. Really interesting look at how Gordon signed with Hendrick Motorsports, how Ray Evernham left for Dodge, and how Hendrick signed Jimmie Johnson, as well. A must read for all Jeff Gordon, Hendrick, and really any NASCAR fans (who want to read a book).

Read on Kindle via Library check-out via Libby app (also owned the book)

[Cheryl Watts · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really good read if you like NASCAR. Much insight into the racing world and not just Jeff.

[Jeff Wombold · Rating 5 out of 5]

Amust for any NASCAR enthusiast

[Christa · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read both Jeff Gordon and Dale Earnhardt Jr.'s bios. This was more complete.

[Melanie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was a pretty good book. Any NASCAR fan would like it.