Winning His Game (Edition1) - Softcover

Barbour, Ralph Henry

Softcover

ISBN 10: 9371466154 ISBN 13: 9789371466158

Publisher: Double 9 Books LLP, 2025

Synopsis

Winning his game explores the pursuit of personal achievement through the lens of athletic ambition and self discovery. The story highlights the internal struggle of overcoming self doubt and the challenge of stepping beyond one s comfort zone to embrace potential. It emphasizes the importance of perseverance in the face of uncertainty and the transformative power of encouragement from supportive friendships. Through the character s journey, the narrative underscores the value of resilience and the quiet strength required to persist despite insecurities. The setting within a school environment reinforces the pressures of social acceptance and competition while portraying sports as a vehicle for character development. By navigating the complexities of confidence and fear of failure, the protagonist s experience illustrates how growth is achieved through both triumphs and setbacks. The story ultimately celebrates the process of striving toward a goal, depicting victory not solely in winning games but in gaining self belief and inner strength. It offers a portrait of adolescence marked by determination, camaraderie, and the quest for identity through effort and commitment.

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About the Author

Ralph Henry Barbour was an American author best known for writing sports fiction targeted at young male readers. Born on November 13, 1870, in Cambridge, Massachusetts, he was the son of George W. Barbour and Frances A. Barbour. He developed a strong interest in storytelling early on and later became particularly known for capturing the ideals of youth, teamwork, and sportsmanship in his writing. Much of his work centered on school and college life, especially through stories that revolved around athletics such as football, baseball, and track. In addition to his solo efforts, Barbour collaborated with L. H. Bickford under the pseudonym Richard Stillman Powell, producing works that included light romantic adventures like Phyllis in Bohemia. While he focused largely on sports fiction, he also ventured into writing lighthearted romances and general adventure stories. His style often celebrated the virtues of character, friendship, and perseverance, traits that resonated deeply with his young audience. Barbour's writing left a lasting impression on early 20th-century juvenile literature. He passed away on February 19, 1944, at the age of 73, leaving behind a body of work that continued to influence the genre of youth-oriented sports fiction.

Edition details

• Publisher: Double 9 Books LLP
• Publication date: 2025
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 9371466154
• ISBN 13: 9789371466158
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 166