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The Player : Christy Mathewson, Baseball, and the American Century

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Christy Mathewson was baseball's first superstar--a beloved turn-of-the-century pitcher who was among the initial group of five players elected to the Baseball Hall of Fame. He also defined moral excellence, bridging sport and national culture at a time when pro ballplayers were perceived as louts, and was the first to bring respectability to the game. This is a thoughtful and inspiring story of a singular American life that had a profound and lasting influence on our national identity.

Details

  • ISBN-13: 9781568583181
  • ISBN-10: 1568583184
  • Publisher: Da Capo Press
  • Publish Date: August 2004
  • Dimensions: 8.2 x 5.5 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 0.6 pounds
  • Page Count: 224

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