Babe Ruth: Remembering the Bambino in Stories, Photos, and Memorabilia - Featuring 8 Removable Reproductions of Rare Babe Ruth Memorabilia

Stevens, Julia Ruth; Gilbert, Bill

ISBN 10: 0785843728 / ISBN 13: 9780785843726

Verlag: Chartwell Books, 2023

Used - Very Good: Item may have minor cosmetic defects. Bestandsnummer des Verkäufers GCM.3GF4

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Get to know the Bambino like never before in this heartfelt tribute written by his daughter-includes 200+ photos from the Ruth family collection and removable memorabilia.

Babe Ruth was one of the most celebrated athletes of the twentieth century. Known as the Sultan of Swat, the Bambino, and a host of other nicknames, Ruth broke records and boundaries in America's favorite sport. In this personal reflection on his life and career, his daughter Julia Ruth Stevens shares with fans an up-close look at the man who changed the game of baseball forever.

In this moving memoir, you'll find:

• Over 200 photos from the Ruth family collection
• A pocket in the back with removable reproductions of ephemera from Babe's career, including tickets from major games, programs, and a player contract
• Behind-the-scenes commentary on famous moments from Babe's life
• A nostalgic record of an important part of American history

Baseball fans and history buffs will love this different angle on Ruth, revealing the man behind the legend. It's a perfect gift for dads, grads, and sports fans.

Über die Autorin bzw. den Autor: Julia Ruth Stevens was Babe Ruth’s daughter. An ardent baseball fan, she was involved with the Babe Ruth League and the Babe Ruth Museum in Baltimore. She passed away in 2019 at the age of 102.Bill Gilbert is the bestselling author of 19 books, including six on baseball. He's a former reporter for the Washington Post.

Bibliografische Details

Titel: Babe Ruth: Remembering the Bambino in ...
Verlag: Chartwell Books
Erscheinungsdatum: 2023
Einband: Hardcover
Zustand: very_good