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Title: Babe Ruth's own book of baseball
Original Publication: United States: A. L. Burt Company, 1928.
Note: Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Summary: "Babe Ruth's Own Book of Baseball" by George Herman Ruth is an autobiographical account and practical guide on baseball written in the late 1920s. This work reflects on both Ruth's personal experiences in the sport and offers insights into the fundamentals of baseball, drawing from his illustrious career as one of the game’s most famous players. Through his vibrant storytelling, Ruth covers his early life, the path to becoming a professional athlete, and the strategies that made him an icon in the sport. At the start of this book, readers are introduced to Ruth's childhood in Baltimore, where he recounts the hardships and colorful characters of his youth. He shares anecdotes about his early love for baseball, the guidance he received from Brother Gilbert at St. Mary's school, and the excitement of signing his first professional contract with the Baltimore Orioles. Ruth vividly describes the thrill of his initial experiences in the big leagues, making it clear that his journey was marked by humble beginnings and fueled by a passion for the game. The opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Ruth's philosophies on baseball, offensive and defensive strategies, and the camaraderie among players. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ruth, Babe, 1895-1948
EBook No.: 75586
Published: Mar 11, 2025
Downloads: 1908
Language: English
Subject: Baseball
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.
This edition has images.
Title: Babe Ruth's own book of baseball
Original Publication: United States: A. L. Burt Company, 1928.
Note: Reading ease score: 80.1 (6th grade). Easy to read.
Summary: "Babe Ruth's Own Book of Baseball" by George Herman Ruth is an autobiographical account and practical guide on baseball written in the late 1920s. This work reflects on both Ruth's personal experiences in the sport and offers insights into the fundamentals of baseball, drawing from his illustrious career as one of the game’s most famous players. Through his vibrant storytelling, Ruth covers his early life, the path to becoming a professional athlete, and the strategies that made him an icon in the sport. At the start of this book, readers are introduced to Ruth's childhood in Baltimore, where he recounts the hardships and colorful characters of his youth. He shares anecdotes about his early love for baseball, the guidance he received from Brother Gilbert at St. Mary's school, and the excitement of signing his first professional contract with the Baltimore Orioles. Ruth vividly describes the thrill of his initial experiences in the big leagues, making it clear that his journey was marked by humble beginnings and fueled by a passion for the game. The opening sets the stage for a deeper exploration of Ruth's philosophies on baseball, offensive and defensive strategies, and the camaraderie among players. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
Author: Ruth, Babe, 1895-1948
EBook No.: 75586
Published: Mar 11, 2025
Downloads: 1908
Language: English
Subject: Baseball
LoCC: Geography, Anthropology, Recreation: Recreation, Leisure
Category: Text
Rights: Public domain in the USA.