Download or read book This Truckin Life written by Laurie Driver and published by . This book was released on 2010-06 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The book is a set of reflections and recollections of a driver's 40 plus years in the hard and unforgiving world of the haulage and transport industry. It delves into the methods resorted to, in order to survive and make ends meet for him and his family, in a world where the driver is considered the lowest of the low. There is both humour and pathos and some love and some violence. There are tales of underhand dealings, fiddles and thievery. It tells of times when truck driving was a man's world. Hard relentless toil, long, unsocial hours when there was no power steering and all gearboxes were constant mesh. When roping and sheeting was the norm. When trucking wasn't just a job. It was a way of life

Download or read book Vans and the Truckin Life written by Terry Cook and published by ABRAMS. This book was released on 1977 with total page 164 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book This Truckin Life a Memoir written by Dennis Burnier-smith and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2018-09-02 with total page 268 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This book is an autobiographical piece about the author's life in transport. It is an updated & revised set of recollections of 40+ years in the hard, unforgiving world of the haulage & transport industry. Numerous anecdotes and pictures have been added It delves into the methods resorted to in order to survive and make ends meet for a truck driver and his family in a world where the truck driver is deemed to be the lowest of the low. The anecdotes herein possess both humour & pathos, some love and some violence mixed with tales of underhand dealings, fiddles and outright thievery. It tells of a time when truck driving was the male's domain. Hard relentless toil, long unsocial hours, no power steering, low pay and when all gearboxes were of the constant mesh variety. When roping & sheeting was the norm and numerous nights were spent away from home and how truck driving wasn't just an employment choice - IT WAS A WAY OF LIFE!

Download or read book The Diesel Brothers written by Heavy D and published by Gallery Books. This book was released on 2020-09-15 with total page 240 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Feel like somebody hit the brakes on your Diesel Brothers cravings? Discover how you can keep the gas going with this rip-roaring ride behind the scenes of Discovery Channel's popular series Diesel Brothers. In the world of monster trucks, no one builds bigger and more extreme rides—and has more fun in the process—than Heavy D, Diesel Dave, and their crew at DieselSellerz. Their larger-than-life creations and awesome truck giveaways are legendary, but for those less fortunate who haven’t had the opportunity to experience a Bros’ souped-up truck, this thrill-ride of a book is the next best thing. Learn the epic and inspirational stories behind Heavy D and Diesel Dave’s business and personal lives, from the guys’ first meeting, to their early adventures building DieselSellerz, to their successful business venture with Redbeard, Muscle, and the rest of the fearless staff. In addition to learning about the Bros’ two-year Mormon missions, humble beginnings, and world travels, you’ll also get the unforgettable details of their hilarious, most well-known pranks, and the remarkable stories behind the personalities that have made Diesel Brothers one of the fastest growing and most popular reality TV shows. But wait—there’s more! The book is chock full of essential advice for anyone who’d like to get in on the action. Whether you’re a die-hard monster truck fan or just looking for inspiration to upgrade that piece of junk in your garage, Heavy D and his crew are here to show you how it’s done. You’ll learn how to find the best bargain in the junkyard, how to play hardball with tough-talking dealers, and how to turn that sad sack heap of parts into a badass diesel vehicle. What are you waiting for? Get out there and let diesel freedom ring!

Download or read book Trucks written by Adrianna Morganelli and published by Crabtree Publishing Company. This book was released on 2007 with total page 36 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Explores the world of trucks from big to small and fast to slow.

Download or read book Truckin Life Magazine written by and published by . This book was released on 1989 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book The Masked Driver written by David A. Russell and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2001-03 with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: From out of the skies comes the thundering rocket trail of the greatest super-hero in American Memory, The Masked Driver. Blind singing star Sonny Smith travels the entire world performing with the most famous country singing stars. Little do his adoring fans realize that in his secret identity he is the bold and daring MASKED DRIVER, who has dedicated his life to protecting the Heroes of the American Highways, those brave men and women who drive the trucks and deliver everything we eat wear and use in our lives. Ride with The MASKED DRIVER as he puts his life on the line to fight against evil in this exciting new adventure novel by famous author David Allen Russell.

Download or read book Giants written by T.M.Sparks and published by T.M. Sparks. This book was released on 2013-06-19 with total page 147 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The eyes of that species of extinct giants, whose bones fill the mounds of America, have gazed on Niagara, as ours do now. Abraham Lincoln 1848 Niagara Falls The surprising information found in this book, has been compiled together with many exciting pictures and much research. It is for those who understand that our history regarding facts, can only be obtained nowadays by tracing it ourselves! Everyone already knows about the dumbing down of societies by governments through media and other sources. Many historic realities such as the giants of old have been hidden from public spectators to keep the Darwin delusion alive. Mainstream media alongside scientists have created this Mafioso way of reporting only what keeps with the evolution agenda. Discoveries proclaiming something different are discarded by scientist and shows like Discovery on purpose, thwarting truth on the basis of their arrogant pride against man and God. But now at last the truth has been coming out, and their cover up has been surfacing. I hope this exciting book fascinates you, and ignites your curiosity for more!

Download or read book Truckin Life Handbook written by and published by . This book was released on 1980 with total page 342 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:

Download or read book A Place on Earth written by Mark Tredinnick and published by UNSW Press. This book was released on 2003 with total page 280 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This anthology brings together leading Australian and North American nature writers. Responding to places that sustain, inspire and sometimes sadden, the pieces are propelled by passion, anger and history.

Download or read book The Long Haul A Trucker s Tales of Life on the Road written by Finn Murphy and published by W. W. Norton & Company. This book was released on 2017-06-06 with total page 167 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: “There’s nothing semi about Finn Murphy’s trucking tales of The Long Haul.”—Sloane Crosley, Vanity Fair More than thirty years ago, Finn Murphy dropped out of college to become a long-haul trucker. Since then he’s covered more than a million miles as a mover, packing, loading, hauling people’s belongings all over America. In The Long Haul, Murphy recounts with wit, candor, and charm the America he has seen change over the decades and the poignant, funny, and often haunting stories of the people he encounters on the job.

Download or read book Life of a Truck Driver written by Johnny Napier and published by Xlibris Corporation. This book was released on 2008-12-05 with total page 75 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: There is no available information at this time.

Download or read book Heart Felt written by Larry H. Calloway and published by iUniverse. This book was released on 2015-01-06 with total page 193 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Exploring an array of subjectslove, grief, death, faith, friendship, humor, college experiences, divorce, dreams, and moreauthor Larry H. Calloway presents a diverse collection of his poetry. Callowaya man who likes rhyme and reason in his worksoffers poems filled with rhyme and emotion, such as in You Are. /You are my day, you are my night/ You are the face in the fire so bright. You /are my warmth on a cold winter night. You /are my pillow I hold so tight. /You are my sadness and delight; /What went wrong when we were so right? Filled with the moments and memories of his life, Heart Felt shares the poems that tell an important story of who Calloway is. Come Again Oh, morning light so dreary, As I arise with empty bed And eyes yet red and teary. Where is my love of yesterday, Who took my heart And stole away? Come and quench my tears Share my love And chase my fears. For I am in love with thee, Come close again, Stay here with me.

Download or read book Transport and Logistics written by Amanda Evans and published by Career FAQs. This book was released on 2008 with total page 233 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: CAREER FAQS TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS profiles over 25 people working in freight, aviation, rail, road, warehousing and maritime services. From business systems management to safety consultants and legal counsel, transport and logistics offers a range of dynamic career options for people with a passion for organisation, planning and travel.

Download or read book Trucker written by Jane Stern and published by McGraw-Hill Companies. This book was released on 1975 with total page 184 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: MPD - No Info

Download or read book Trucking Life written by Todd McCann and published by . This book was released on 2016 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Trucking Life was written for anyone interested in the world of trucking, whether you simply have a passing interest or you are someone who is considering truck driving as a career. There is a link to a free audiobook version included. The book is over 200 printed pages.The author, who has been a trucker since 1997, describes the trucking lifestyle through the use of stories and a really pathetic attempt at humor. The goal is to keep you amused while you're learning instead of boring you like your 7th grade History teacher did.Many of these stories include his wife of over 20 years and co-driver for 9, whom he lovingly refers to as The Evil Overlord. And yes, she knows and approves of that nickname, so what's that tell you?Topics included in Trucking Life are:How much money can you make?Who makes a good trucker?What's it like to drive a big rig?Can you be away from home?How will you handle downtime on the road?How does your home time work?Can you handle the long driving hours?What's it like to sleep in the truck?What about health issues?What about personal hygiene?How are women truckers treated?What are the job qualifications?Will I have job security?These are just some of the questions that will be answered for you. If you read about all these things and decide truck driving may work for you, you'll need to know the process of becoming a truck driver, so it also covers:Choosing and attending a driving schoolFinding a great jobGoing to orientation classHitting the road with a trainerA day in the life of a trucker

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