Bibliograph

Baseball, an illustrated history, narrative by Geoffrey C. Ward ; based on a documentary filmscript by Geoffrey C. Ward and Ken Burns ; preface by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick ; with an introduction by Roger Angell ; contributions by John Thorn [and others]

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Baseball, an illustrated history, narrative by Geoffrey C. Ward ; based on a documentary filmscript by Geoffrey C. Ward and Ken Burns ; preface by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick ; with an introduction by Roger Angell ; contributions by John Thorn [and others]

Language

eng

Bibliography note

Includes bibliographical references (pages 471-472) and index

Illustrations

illustrations

Index

index present

Literary Form

non fiction

Main title

Baseball

Nature of contents

bibliography

Oclc number

29218866

Responsibility statement

narrative by Geoffrey C. Ward ; based on a documentary filmscript by Geoffrey C. Ward and Ken Burns ; preface by Ken Burns and Lynn Novick ; with an introduction by Roger Angell ; contributions by John Thorn [and others]

Sub title

an illustrated history

Summary

530 illustrations in text Best Books for Young Teen Readers. A history of the game, published in conjunction with a PBS documentary, with essays, facts, & over 500 photos. This is an incredible book for the baseball fan & for anyone interested in the social history of America as reflected in a sport. It is filled with wonderful photographs. Students will want to browse through the memorabilia of baseball & read about the evolution of the game. For the most part, the chapters focus on decades & look at every aspect of the game, including the rules, players, owners, facilities, & fans. This is the companion book to the PBS television series. Bibliography & index

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