Charlie Bevis: 2 books
Tim Keefe
A Biography of the Hall of Fame Pitcher and Player-Rights Advocate
Language: English
Release Date: October 30, 2015
One of the greatest pitchers of the 19th century, Tim Keefe (1857–1933) was an ardent believer in the artisan work ethic that was becoming outmoded in burgeoning industrial America. A master craftsman, he compiled 342 career victories during his 14-season Major League career while adapting to numerous...
Red Sox vs. Braves in Boston
The Battle for Fans' Hearts, 1901-1952
Language: English
Release Date: September 22, 2017
For 52 years, Boston was a two-team Major League city, home to both the Red Sox and the Braves. This book focuses on the two teams’ period of coexistence and competition for fans. The author analyzes the Boston fan base through trends in transportation, communication, geography, population and employment....