We Are the Ship: The Story of Negro League Baseball
by Kadir Nelson
from Hyperion Book CH
"We are the ship; all else the sea."--Rube Foster, founder of the Negro National League
The story of Negro League baseball is the story of gifted athletes and determined owners; of racial discrimination and international sportsmanship; of fortunes won and lost; of triumphs and defeats on and off the field. It is a perfect mirror for the social and political history of black America in the first half of the twentieth century. But most of all, the story of the Negro Leagues is about hundreds of unsung heroes who overcame segregation, hatred, terrible conditions, and low pay to do the one thing they loved more than anything else in the world: play ball. Using an "Everyman" player as his narrator, Kadir Nelson tells the story of Negro League baseball from its beginnings in the 1920s through its decline after Jackie Robinson crossed over to the majors in 1947. The voice is so authentic, you will feel as if you are sitting on dusty bleachers listening intently to the memories of a man who has known the great ballplayers of that time and shared their experiences. But what makes this book so outstanding are the dozens of full-page and double-page oil paintings--breathtaking in their perspectives, rich in emotion, and created with understanding and affection for these lost heroes of our national game.
We Are the Ship is a tour de force for baseball lovers of all ages.
Great Moments in Baseball History
by Matt Christopher
from Little, Brown Young Readers
Capturing the suspense and play-by-play action of nine major league plays and the personalities of the athletes that made them, a fan's treasury includes Willie May's 1954 World Series catch and Jim Abbott's no-hitter.
86 Years: The Legend of the Boston Red Sox
by Melinda R. Boroson
from Brown House Books
Told in delightful verse and charming illustrations, "86 Years: The Legend of the Boston Red Sox" is a "Casey at the Bat" for the 21st century. Sure to become a classic, it is a treasure for every generation, for generations to come.
The Everything Kids' Baseball Book: Today's Superstars, Great Teams, Legends--and Tips on Playing Like a Pro! (Everything Kids Series)
by Greg Jacobs
from Adams Media Corporation
The Everything KIDS' Baseball Book, now in its updated fourth edition, packs all the fun facts, incredible stats, and amazing history of America's favorite national pastime into one powerhouse volume! You'll hit pay dirt with tons of stats on the greatest players (old and new), teams, and managers-plus! tips on how to play and how to score.
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Loaded with all you need to know to be an all-star player and a baseball trivia pro, The Everything KIDS' Baseball Book, Fourth Edition, delivers one grand slam after another!
Baseball's Biggest Bloopers: The Games that Got Away
by Dan Gutman
from Puffin
Some ball players are remembered for their home runs and great plays--but imagine being famous for blowing the game. Offering play-by-play descriptions of the games, historical trivia, and lifetime statistics of key players, this book shows how life goes on even after the worst moments--and how a little mistake can sometimes make a very big difference. Photos.
Everything Kids’ Baseball Book: The all-time greats, legendary teams, today's superstars—and tips on playing like a pro (Everything Kids Series)
by Greg Jacobs
from Adams Media
Do you:
Know who holds the record for the most career stolen bases?
Want to learn how to hit a homerun like Big Papi?
Wonder how Babe Ruth earned his nickname "the Bambino"?
The Everything Kids' Baseball Book, 5th Edition answers these questions and more! Completely revised and updated, it covers all the bases of the game you love, from baseball history and trivia to player stats and the rules of the game. It's a bullpen full of fun, with information on:
- Your favorite players, rookies, and all-stars
- The great players throughout history
- Statistics and newly broken records
- Ballparks around the country
- How to organize a game with your friends
- How to set up a fantasy baseball team
H is for Home Run: A Baseball Alphabet Edition 1. (Sleeping Bear Press Sports & Hobbies)
by Brad Herzog
from Sleeping Bear Press
Now anyone can be one of the 'boys or girls of summer' and get a home plate view of America's favorite pastime in H is for Home Run: A Baseball Alphabet . This new offering in our line of children's alphabet books brings the game of baseball to entertaining and informative life. Sports writer Brad Herzog pairs easy-to-read rhymes with detailed expository so that readers are pitched baseball's facts, faces, history, and places from A-Z.
My Baseball Book
from HarperCollins
Baseball is fun - let's play!
Find all the basics in this lively guide.
- The markings on a baseball diamond
- What baseball players wear
- The positions, from catcher to left fielder
- The excitement of the pitch
- The thrill of hitting a home run
All these and more are included, with a useful glossary at the end.
Home Run! My Baseball Book
by David Diehl
from Lark Books
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On the Field with...Derek Jeter (Athlete Biographies)
by Matt Christopher
from Little, Brown Young Readers
When he was a little boy, Derek Jeter dreamed only one dream -- he wanted to play shortstop for the New York Yankees. Today, Derek Jeter lives that dream, and more. He has been the team's star shortstop since 1996 and is a major reason the Yankees have won three World Series in that time. His outstanding play in the field combined with his powerful batting make him a force to be reckoned with, but it's his positive attitude and hard work that have earned him the respect and admiration of his teammates and his fans. In a sport filled with superstars, Derek Jeter has proven he has what it takes to rise to the top.
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