House of nails : a memoir of life on the edge
(Book)

Includes index.

Nicknamed "Nails" for his hustle and grit, Dykstra was named to three All-Star teams and played in two of the most memorable World Series of the modern era. After retiring he became a business mogul and investment guru. Now he tells all about his tumultuous career, from battling through crippling pain to steroid use and drug addiction, to a life of indulgence and excess, then an epic plunge and the long road back to redemption.

The legendary center fielder presents a no-holds-barred account of his life and career, discussing such topics as his World Series achievements, post-baseball business ventures, and prison term for bankruptcy fraud.