Trucking Books
Some of these books about trucking are by truckers themselves. They've lived the life first hand and have a lot to offer whether you're brand new to trucking or are already an experienced trucker. Some are educational, others offer an amusing look into the life on the road and some will make you cry. Well, maybe that's overdoing it. Anyway, enjoy!
Truck Driving Novels Etc.
Truck driving novels include memoirs like Finn Murphy’s The Long Haul, which offers a realistic look at life on the road, and stories like Ed Miller’s A Trucker’s Tale, which shares the experiences and challenges of a trucker’s life. You can also find fictionalized accounts, such as the mystery novel Death by Circumstance by S. Patrick Prate, and various other books exploring the history, lifestyle, and dangers of the profession.
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by Finn Murphy: A national bestseller detailing Murphy’s years as a long-haul trucker, offering an insider’s view of the work and lifestyle.
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by Ed Miller: A collection of true stories from a trucker’s family and 60 years on the road, sharing adventures, challenges, and the allure of the profession.
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by Amy E. Butcher: A more personal account of life on the road.
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by Rick L. Huffman: Another memoir about a year in the life of a long-haul driver and his cat.
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by S. Patrick Prate: A mystery novel that places the reader in the world of trucking.
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: A book about a trucker’s experience on the dangerous ice roads of Alaska.
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by Steve Visceli: A more analytical look at the trucking industry and its impact on the American Dream.
- by Todd McCann: An informative guide to the realities of the profession, as well as the adventures and challenges of a trucking career.
