T-Model Tommy, Stephen W. Meader, Illustrated by Edward Shenton, 1966

First published in 1938, Stephen W. Meader’s T-Model Tommy tells the story of red-headed Tom Ballard, a young man who sets out with little more than his old Ford truck and a determination to succeed.

Building a trucking business from scratch, Tom faces dangers from hijackers, the perils of the open road, and the struggles of starting a business with no capital. An inspiring read for young folks!

This edition, reprinted in 1966, features dynamic black-and-white illustrations by Edward Shenton.

Condition: Hardcover in yellow cloth with bold black illustration of a truck on the cover. Former library copy with cataloging marks and stampings. Boards show some soil, smudges, and small ink marks, with shelf wear to edges. Binding secure; interior pages are clean and unmarked aside from expected library notations.