The Love of Baseball

ISBN: 1412711312

Author: Publications International Ltd.

Condition: New

The Love of Baseball takes readers on a stroll through baseball history, with unforgettable stories and historic photos that bring baseball to life. In this chunky hardcover book, today's baseball superstars and record-breakers share space with yesterdays heroes. Fascinating stories, as well as entertaining quotes, help readers get to know the greatest players of all time. Readers can see Babe Ruths famous called shot, capture the excitement of Barry Bonds 73rd home run, revisit Randy Johnsons amazing career, and relive classic World Series games. Color and black-and-white photos illustrate baseballs story. Features include profiles of baseballs greatest players, ballparks, and broadcasters; interesting facts and statistics; memorable game moments; and much more. Each chapter of The Love of Baseball opens with an insightful quote about the game. Chapters include: Busting Fences and Chasing Flies: The 1998 home run race, Don Larsens perfect game, Mickey Mantles mammoth home run. Cracks of the Bat, Plays at the Plate, and Fun in the Field: Luis Aparicios baseline-burning speed, Roger Clemenss pitching feats, baseballs best bunters. Rounding the Bases: Profiles of Shoeless Joe Jackson, Jackie Robinson, Johnny Bench, and the greatest teams ever. Wild Pitches and Out-of-the-Park Dingers: Tom Seaver'ss Rookie of the Year season, Roger Mariss then-record 61 homers. Grand Slams and Grandstanding: Yogi Berras unique language, Reggie Jacksons Mr. October heroics. Bringing It Home: The Boston Red Sox reverse the curse, Bill Mazeroskis home run that ended the 1960 World Series. Hardcover, 320 pages. A must for any baseball fan, The Love of Baseball unfolds the sports rich and colorful history.