In late 1922, Judge Emil Fuchs purchased the woebegone Boston Braves - primarily to bring his ailing friend, Christy Mathewson, back into the game he loved so... Læs mere
A biography of Appalachian author, John Fox Jr. It draws from personal and family correspondence and covers his entire life, from his birth in Stony Point, Kentucky, in 1862, to his death from pneumonia in Big Stone Gap, Virginia, in 1919.
In this work, a self-proclaimed Fugitive-Agrarian concentrates on the history and mystery of nature. He... Læs mere
In February 1925, 17-year-old Jimmie Foxx left his home in Sudlersville, Maryland, and joined the Philadelphia Athletics in spring training. This is the story of Foxx's rise to glory, his life in and out of the game, and his love affair with the national pastime.
In the view of contemporary players and sportswriters, Chicago Cub Johnny Kling was one of the greatest catchers of all time. This biography covers in detail his... Læs mere
From his first match in the late 1870s through his final fight in 1905, this biography contains a detailed accounting of John L... Læs mere
Buoyant, irrepressible and hot-tempered, John Charles Thomas captivated audiences worldwide with his incredible voice. The son of... Læs mere
Born on November 10, 1810, John Todd grew up in the rural area surrounding Harrisburg, Pennsylvania. This biography details the... Læs mere
Focuses on baseball - the national pastime - as a marker of our times and cultural ideals. This work covers topics including the rise and spread of... Læs mere
Kate O'Brien's work is widely considered canonical in the English language. O'Brien's novel, ""Mary... Læs mere
Provides the first English-language treatment of the life and film career of Jules Dassin. His biography is recounted, with special attention paid to his exile after being... Læs mere
"This is the first biography of Stanley Mosk (1912-2001). It recounts Mosk's previously unexplored pre-Court years where he... Læs mere