Description

A richly observed celebration of baseball, this collection brings together essays on the players, managers, owners, stadiums, and unforgettable moments that have shaped the national pastime. Moving between vivid game action, intimate portraits, and reflective meditations on baseball’s changing landscapes, it captures both the drama of competition and the enduring bonds formed around the sport. The book explores memory, tradition, aging, community, and the elusive poetry of watching a game unfold, from the grandest legends to the quietly telling details of an afternoon at the ballpark. Written with grace, wit, and meticulous attention, these pieces transform sports journalism into enduring literary art.

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paperback edition cover

paperback

Harcourt

Published Apr 1, 2003

416 pages

ISBN: 9780151008247

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First Published

2003

Language

eng

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