Why We Love Baseball: A History in 50 Moments

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Book Synopsis: NEW YORK TIMES bestseller WALL STREET JOURNAL bestseller#1 New York Times bestselling author Joe Posnanski is back with a masterful ode to the game: a countdown of 50 of the most memorable moments in baseball’s history, to make you fall in love with the sport all over again. Posnanski writes of major moments that created legends, and of forgotten moments almost lost to time. It's Willie Mays’s catch, Babe Ruth’s called shot, and Kirk Gibson’s limping home run; the slickest steals; the biggest bombs; and the most triumphant no-hitters. But these are also moments raw with the humanity of the game, the unheralded heroes, the mesmerizing mistakes drenched in pine tar, and every story, from the immortal to the obscure, is told from a unique perspective. Whether of a real fan who witnessed it, or the pitcher who gave up the home run, the umpire, the coach, the opposing player—these are fresh takes on moments so powerful they almost feel like myth. Posnanski’s previous book, The Baseball 100, portrayed the heroes and pioneers of the sport, and now, with his trademark wit, encyclopedic knowledge, and acute observations, he gets at the real heart of the game. From nineteenth-century pitchers’ duels to breaking the sport’s color line in the ’40s, all the way to the greatest trick play of the last decade and the slide home that became a meme, Posnanski’s illuminating take allows us to rediscover the sport we love—and thought we knew. Why We Love Baseball is an epic that ends too soon, a one-of-a-kind love letter to the sport that has us thrilled, torn, inspired, and always wanting more.

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Are you ready to fall back in love with America's pastime? Introducing "Why We Love Baseball: A History in 50 Moments," a captivating book that will reignite your passion for the game. With its masterful storytelling and meticulous research, this New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller by Joe Posnanski takes you on a journey through the most memorable moments in baseball's history.

Experience legendary moments like Willie Mays's iconic catch, Babe Ruth's called shot, and Kirk Gibson's unforgettable limping home run. But this book goes beyond the highlights, delving into the human side of the game. Posnanski shares stories of unheralded heroes and mesmerizing mistakes, painting a vivid picture of the sport's humanity.

Posnanski's unique perspective brings these moments to life, whether through the eyes of a dedicated fan, a pitcher who gave up a historic home run, or an umpire making a crucial call. Each chapter offers a fresh take on a powerful moment, making you feel like you're reliving them for the first time.

Building on the success of his previous book, "The Baseball 100," Posnanski combines encyclopedic knowledge with his trademark wit and acute observations. From historic pitchers' duels to breaking the color line, he covers it all, culminating in the greatest trick play of the past decade and the slide home that became a meme.

Don't miss out on this epic love letter to the game that keeps us thrilled, torn, and always wanting more. Rediscover baseball with "Why We Love Baseball: A History in 50 Moments." You won't be able to put it down.

Ready to dive into the captivating world of baseball history? Get your hands on "Why We Love Baseball: A History in 50 Moments" now!

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