Book Details
Format
Hardcover
Language
English
Published
Jan 1, 1991
Publisher
Viking
Description
Set against the backdrop of one of America's most beloved pastimes, this book delves into the pivotal year of 1941 in baseball history. Robert W. Creamer paints a vivid portrait of the Major League landscape during a time marked by both triumph and challenge. Through rich storytelling, he captures the essence of the game, the players, and the fans, bringing to life the atmosphere that surrounded American baseball during this remarkable period.
As World War II loomed on the horizon, the narrative intertwines the sporting events with the cultural shifts happening across the nation. Readers are drawn into the lives of legendary players and teams, observing how the sport reflected and affected the societal landscape of the time. With meticulous research and a passion for the game, Creamer provides an engaging exploration of baseball's role in a world at war, making it an indispensable read for fans and historians alike.
As World War II loomed on the horizon, the narrative intertwines the sporting events with the cultural shifts happening across the nation. Readers are drawn into the lives of legendary players and teams, observing how the sport reflected and affected the societal landscape of the time. With meticulous research and a passion for the game, Creamer provides an engaging exploration of baseball's role in a world at war, making it an indispensable read for fans and historians alike.