Busting 'em and Other Big League Stories (McFarland Historical Baseball Library): 1 - Softcover

Cobb, Ty

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0786415991 ISBN 13: 9780786415991

Publisher: McFarland & Co, 2003

Synopsis

Published in 1914, Busting 'Em was the first of three books credited to Ty Cobb as the author. Though in fact it was ghostwritten by John N. Wheeler, who also penned Mathewson's Pitching in a Pinch, the book fascinates with its insights into Cobb as a public figure. The reader is presented Cobb's explanation of the beating incident at Hilltop Park, the Baker spiking, and his contentious relationship with teammates. His thoughts - or those he sanctioned - of umpires, his contemporaries, crowds, and strategy are also shared. This book, long out of print and increasingly hard to find, is essential reading for those who would understand Cobb's awareness of and investment in the shape of his public image.

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Review:

"One of the best but least-heralded developments in the recent history of baseball literature was the inauguration of the McFarland Historical Baseball Library in 2003"--I>Spitball; "charming look at the writing styles of almost a century ago"--ForeWord Magazine; "invaluable McFarland Historical Baseball Library series"--Edward Achorn, The Providence Journal.

About the Author:

Ty Cobb played major league baseball from 1905 to 1928 and is considered by many the greatest player of all time. And one of the smartest.

About this edition

• Publisher: McFarland & Co
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 0786415991
• ISBN 13: 9780786415991
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 194