The book Cardboard Gods by Josh Wilker.

RedHeart54

Has anyone here read this? I came across it at an airport bookstore this summer. The author recounts his love of collecting cards in the late 70s and he relates stories about his life to specific cards. It's not just about cards, though. The author had a rather unorthodox upbringing but his foray into adulthood was filled with as much crap as any of us have experienced. Good read and definitely geared towards those of us in our 30s and 40s.

He also has a website- Cardboard Gods

cadets68

I read it. I liked it, I am in that age group. It was not what I was expecting when I bought it, but I turned out to be a worthwhile read.

I loved the parts about the cards and how they related to his everyday life. I can still remember where I was when I pulled some of the same cards he describes.

Shawn

ddfamf

Josh is a great writer. I've read his website for a couple years now.

cone10

Thanks for the tip, I'm heading out on a fishing trip and I needed a good read. On his website he writes an excellent tribute for Flanagan.