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Book SynopsisFollowing the 1919 Black Sox scandal, baseball needed men willing and able to pump life back into the game during tough times. Numerous ballplayers stepped forward and left their mark on the national pastime as it continued to thrive and grow during a decade that became known as the Roaring Twenties, a raucous, happy time period when a free-spirited nature prevailed. In Baseball's Roaring Twenties: A Decade of Legends, Characters, and Diamond Adventures, Ronald T. Waldo recounts the rollicking escapades surrounding a distinctive collection of players, managers, and umpires that truly personified this era of baseball history. Waldo includes a mix of unique stories and amusing tales surrounding baseball greats like Babe Ruth, Connie Mack, Rabbit Maranville, and Casey Stengel, alongside less famous diamond performers such as Duster Mails, Jay Kirke, Jimmy O'Connell, and Possum Whitted. The fanswho were every bit as important in helping the game grow during the 20sare also given their due
Trade ReviewOne of the country’s premier baseball historians, Ronald Waldo does an amazing job bringing the game in the 1920s alive in his newest book, Baseball’s Roaring Twenties. It’s a must read for anyone who enjoys the national pastime. -- David Finoli, author of The 50 Greatest Players in Pittsburgh Pirates History
Ronald T. Waldo is a preeminent baseball historian who understands how to colorfully bring ballplayers of yesteryear to life. With style, grace and historical accuracy, he captures the hearts and souls of teams and players in baseball’s Golden Age. Waldo’s knowledge of and scholarly dedication to the national pastime’s earlier origins is radiantly clear on each and every page of his books. -- Clifton Blue Parker, author of Bucketfoot Al: The Baseball Life of Al Simmons
Waldo takes a scholarly approach to baseball history yet still manages to keep things lighthearted and fun. In this latest installment, he examines one of the game’s most colorful eras. Baseball’s Roaring Twenties is a lively trip back to the days when Ruth, Cobb and Hornsby roamed the base paths. Add it to your reading list today! -- Jonathan Weeks, author of Mudville Madness and Baseball's Dynasties and the Players Who Built Them
Table of ContentsAcknowledgments Introduction Chapter 1: Seedy Individuals, Black Sox, and Baseball’s Dirty Laundry Chapter 2: The Big Bam Ushers in a New Baseball Era with Gusto Chapter 3: Duster, Heinie, Casey, and Other Unique Major League Performers Chapter 4: Yankees Swagger, Shanty, Tiny, Possum, and Interesting Diamond Incidents Chapter 5: Baseball Arbiters Taking Charge and Keeping the Peace Chapter 6: Rickey, McGraw, Mack, McCarthy, and Other Pilots Leading the Way Chapter 7: Bush League Madness and Players Wreaking Havoc in the Minors Chapter 8: Clowning around, Indulgence, Dissipation, and Refusing to Embrace Volstead Chapter 9: Bad Boys, Problem Players, and Misunderstood Characters Chapter 10: Pennant Winners, World Series Clashes, and October Champions Chapter 11: Bugs, Cranks, and Rooters Making Their Presence Known at the Ballpark Chapter 12: Turning the Page on Another Great Baseball Era Notes Bibliography About the Author
