Ocean State Libraries

Using an "Everyman" player as his narrator, Kadir Nelson tells the story of Negro League baseball from its beginnings in the 1920s through the decline after Jackie Robinson crossed over to the majors in 1947. Illustrations from oil paintings by artist Kadir Nelson.

A compendium of more than 225 top ten lists about baseball, covering such topics as most career strikeouts, and highest percentage of Hall of Fame votes received.

"Explains the game of baseball, including the game's goals, positions, basic rules, and other points of interest"--

Surveys the history of baseball and memorable players such as Ty Cobb, Lou Gehrig, Reggie Jackson, and Pete Rose.

Surveys the history of the home run in baseball, concentrating on famous home run hitters and the ongoing race to beat the previous home run record.

A look at the past and present of baseball and the people who make the game fun.

A comprehensive history of baseball focusing on its evolution, momentous events, and key personalities.

Describes the game of baseball, how it was invented, how it is played today, some of its greatest players, winning strategies, how to read a box score, and how to calculate ERAs, RBIs, and slugging percentages.