The First Lady of Dirt: The Triumphs and Tragedy of Racing Pioneer Cheryl Glass

by Bill Poehler

The incredible, little-known story of the first successful Black woman in the sport of auto racing in the United States.

Early in her career, Cheryl Glass looked like a lock to become the first Black woman to compete in the Indianapolis 500. From racing quarter midget cars at ten years old to Indy Lights in her twenties, Cheryl was on her way towards a winning career in auto racing.

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• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1538184052
• ISBN13: 9781538184059
• Release Date: February 2024
• Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
• Length: 240 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"