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Speed, supercars, horsepower, anti-police countermeasures, and an epic pursuit of a childhood dream collide on a literal and figurative drive that leads a man to spend every available dollar chasing a record. Ed Bolian's memoir recounts his path from a conversation in high school with Cannonball Run founder, Brock Yates,…

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1 author picked For the Record 28 as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

I, Neil, like For the Record because it is a book about racing cars across America.

What stands out to me most is Ed’s philosophy: you only have one life, so you should pursue what you truly desire. At the same time, if you’re going to do something dangerous, you need to be smart about it and always be prepared.

His perspective serves as a reminder that you can achieve your goals if you put your mind to them.

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