I came across this book at my local Barnes & Nobles store and figured it would be time to read up on how this sport has matured with brief reviews of all notables events. Here's a brief listing that I found particular interesting:
Jocko Flocko the Monkey Copilot
Hudson Hornets winning the majority of races from 51 - 53 and then disappearing
Nascar Converitble Division
First Daytona 500
Cale Yarborough , Donnie Allison and Bobby Allison engaged in fisticuffs

I also did enjoy how it provided a review of each year's series winning driver and one can understand why certain things are just the way they are. The book has a very coffee-table type appeal to it, where you can simply flip through it and focus on what interests you most and it doesn't require you to have read anything prior. For $6.99, located in the bargain section, its a great deal for those who want to learn some history or for those interesed in refreshing their memories of this crazy crazy sport.