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Traces the history of baseball, which was first played in a form resembling the modern game in Hoboken, New Jersey, in 1846, and first played by professional players in 1869.
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In this updated version of his well-received title (Morrow, 1983), Ritter again mixes baseball history, nostalgia, and an explanation of the game's fundamentals into an enjoyable and informative read. Concentrating on the outstanding players of each era, the history of professional baseball is looked at in 20-year periods beginning in 1900 and concluding with the modern-day game. The second half of the book is devoted to an explanation of baseball fundamentals concerning the various physical and mental aspects of the game, such as pitching, hitting, fielding, and strategy. Black-and-white photographs from a variety of cited sources are liberally interspersed throughout. The updated edition is nearly 50% larger than the original, adding descriptions of the stars and events of the last seven years. Chapters on baserunning and signs and signals are also new. What makes this book stand out from others of its type is the inclusion of interesting quips, quotes, and anecdotes. Baseball has had more than its share of unusual characters and bizarre events, and Ritter's portrayals and descriptions are sure to please both young and old fans of the game. --Tom S. Hurlburt, Rio Rancho Public Library, NM
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The Story of Baseball
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William Morrow & Company, 1983
ISBN 10: 0688090567
ISBN 13: 9780688090562
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Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Lawrence Ritter was one of the leading baseball historians of his era. This is intended for younger audiences and is filled with black and white photographs. Foreword by Ted Williams. In very good- condition. I have hundreds of titles on the history of baseball in stock. Discounts are available on multiple purchases on the same order. Seller Inventory # ABE-359449854
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The Story of Baseball
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HarperCollins Publishers, 1990
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ISBN 13: 9780688090562
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THE STORY OF BASEBALL REVISED AND EXPANDED EDITION
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HarperCollins Publishers First Printing of Revised Edition, 1900
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Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. Dust Jacket Condition: Good. 1st Edition. Inscribed: For Darrell-With all good wishes-Larry Ritter in red ink. Illustrated with more than eighty rare and exciting photographs of the game's greatest players. All numbers from 1 to 10 present. Bright orange endpapers. The bottom of the spine is bumped, otherwise both the non price clipped Dust Jacket and the book are in good plus condition. I have more than 225 books on the History of Baseball and over 125 signed Sports Books (mostly Baseball) in stock. Discounts available when you purchase multiple items on the same order. Inscribed by Author(s). Seller Inventory # ABE-1774014194766