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Book Synopsis: First published in 1963, Eliot Asinof's Eight Men Out has become a timeless classic of a scandalous world series. The headlines proclaimed the 1919 fix of the World Series and attempted cover-up as "the most gigantic sporting swindle in the history of America!" Eliot Asinof has reconstructed the entire scene-by-scene story of the fantastic scandal in which eight Chicago White Sox players arranged with the nation's leading gamblers to throw the Series in Cincinnati. Mr. Asinof vividly describes the tense meetings, the hitches in the conniving, the actual plays in which the Series was thrown, the Grand Jury indictment, and the famous 1921 trial. Moving behind the scenes, he perceptively examines the motives and backgrounds of the players and the conditions that made the improbable fix all too possible.
Here, too, is a graphic picture of the American underworld that managed the fix, the deeply shocked newspapermen who uncovered the story, and the war-exhausted nation that turned with relief and pride to the Series, only to be rocked by the scandal.
Far more than a superbly told baseball story, this is a compelling slice of American history in the aftermath of World War I and at the cusp of the Roaring Twenties.
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Step into a thrilling world of scandal and intrigue with "Eight Men Out: The Black Sox and the 1919 World Series." This gripping book, first published in 1963, continues to captivate readers with its timeless tale of one of the biggest sporting swindles in America's history.
Immerse yourself in the tension and drama as author Eliot Asinof takes you behind the scenes, unraveling the intricate web of deceit and corruption that led eight Chicago White Sox players to collude with notorious gamblers in throwing the World Series. With meticulous attention to detail, Asinof brings to life the clandestine meetings, the heart-pounding moments of the fix, and the shocking aftermath that rocked the nation.
Experience the vivid descriptions and firsthand accounts that make this book a must-read for history buffs and baseball enthusiasts alike. Asinof delves into the motives of the players, providing a thought-provoking exploration of the conditions that allowed such a scandal to unfold. At the same time, he paints a captivating portrait of the American underworld and the relentless journalists who uncovered the truth, exposing a country still reeling from the aftermath of World War I.
More than just a sports drama, "Eight Men Out" offers a fascinating window into a pivotal era of American history. This meticulously researched and expertly written book is sure to keep you on the edge of your seat, eager to discover each twist and turn in this gripping saga. Don't miss out on this captivating slice of the Roaring Twenties that is still as relevant today as it was over half a century ago.
Get your copy of "Eight Men Out: The Black Sox and the 1919 World Series" now and immerse yourself in the scandalous world of baseball's past. Don't wait!
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