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Book Synopsis: This expanded edition features the best-loved short stories from the 20th century as well as new tales from some of the 21st century’s most iconic names in fiction. No other sport has inspired as many great writers as baseball has, and this exceptional anthology brings together 34 short stories about the nation’s favorite pastime. The stories span several decades and are written by some of America’s favorite writers, including Zane Grey, James Thurber, Robert Penn Warren, T. Coraghessan Boyle, and Michael Chabon, among others. Many of the stories are about the game itself, while others use baseball as a backdrop for timeless themes, such as morality, greed, and love. Eight new stories have been added to this expanded edition and include “Bullet in the Brain” by Tobias Wolff, in which baseball is the surprising last memory of a dying man; George Plimpton’s “The Curious Case of Sidd Finch,” a fictional story about a baseball player who throws a 150-mph fastball that was a notorious April Fools’ Day hoax in Sports Illustrated; and Leslie Pietrzyk’s “What We All Want,” about a pitcher’s wife’s concern for her aging husband. This collection is for all baseball lovers—long after the season is over.
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Step up to the plate and immerse yourself in the rich tapestry of baseball's greatest stories with Baseball's Best Short Stories. This ultimate anthology brings together the works of renowned authors from the 20th and 21st centuries, delivering an extraordinary collection that no true baseball fan should be without.
From the timeless classics of Zane Grey and James Thurber, to the contemporary brilliance of T. Coraghessan Boyle and Michael Chabon, these 34 captivating short stories will transport you to the heart of America's favorite game. Each tale explores the intricacies of baseball, weaving together themes of morality, greed, and love against the backdrop of the diamond.
With this expanded edition, we've added eight new stories that will leave you spellbound. Discover the legendary "Bullet in the Brain" by Tobias Wolff, a haunting tale of a dying man's final memory intertwined with the game he holds dear. Unravel the mystery behind George Plimpton's infamous April Fools' Day hoax in "The Curious Case of Sidd Finch," as he unveils the myth of a pitcher who could throw a blistering 150-mph fastball.
That's not all – experience the genuine concern of a pitcher's wife in Leslie Pietrzyk's "What We All Want," as her husband confronts the inevitable challenges of aging. This comprehensive collection promises to keep your passion for baseball alive long after the final pitch of the season.
Don't miss your chance to own a piece of literary history. Immerse yourself in the enthralling world of Baseball's Best Short Stories now.
Grab your copy today and discover why baseball continues to capture the hearts and minds of millions!
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