The Last of the Barons


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The Last of the Barons


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Novels: Last of the barons


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Willie's Boys


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The story of Willie Mays's rookie year with the Negro American League's Birmingham Black Barons, the Last Negro World Series, and the making of a baseball legend Baseball Hall of Famer Willie Mays is one of baseball's endearing greats, a tremendously talented and charismatic center fielder who hit 660 career homeruns, collected 3,283 hits, knocked in 1,903 runs, won 12 Gold Glove Awards and appeared in 24 All-Star games. But before Mays was the "Say Hey Kid", he was just a boy. Willie's Boys is the story of his remarkable 1948 rookie season with the Negro American League's Birmingham Black Barons, who took a risk on a raw but gifted 16-year-old and gave him the experience, confidence, and connections to escape Birmingham's segregation, navigate baseball's institutional racism, and sign with the New York Giants. Willie's Boys offers a character-rich narrative of the apprenticeship Mays had at the hands of a diverse group of savvy veterans who taught him the ways of the game and the world. Sheds new light on the virtually unknown beginnings of a baseball great, not available in other books Captures the first incredible steps of a baseball superstar in his first season with the Negro League's Birmingham Black Barons Introduces the veteran group of Negro League players, including Piper Davis, who gave Mays an incredible apprenticeship season Illuminates the Negro League's last days, drawing on in-depth research and interviews with remaining players Explores the heated rivalry between Mays's Black Barons and Buck O'Neil's Kansas City Monarchs , culminating in the last Negro League World Series Breaks new historical ground on what led the New York Giants to acquire Mays, and why he didn't sign with the Brooklyn Dodgers, New York Yankees, or Boston Red Sox Packed with stories and insights, Willie's Boys takes you inside an important part of baseball history and the development of one of the all-time greats ever to play the game.




🀯 1900, or the Last President πŸ”


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Unleash Your Creativity with the 1900, or the Last President Coloring Book Edition! πŸŽ¨πŸ“š Dear Book Lover's, Are you ready to embark on a nostalgic journey through time while flexing your artistic muscles? Introducing the Coloring Book Edition of 1900, or the Last President by Ingersoll Lockwood - a unique twist on a literary classic that invites you to bring the pages to life with your own imagination! 🌈✨ πŸ“š Dive into the mysterious world of Ingersoll Lockwood's 1900, or the Last President - a gripping tale that will keep you on the edge of your seat! πŸ•΅οΈβ€β™‚οΈ Unravel the secrets of this enigmatic novel and prepare to be captivated by its twists and turns. πŸ“– Join the adventure today and experience the thrill of a literary masterpiece like never before! Why You Need This Coloring Book Edition πŸ“– β™₯ A Piece of History: Dive into the enchanting world of Ingersoll Lockwood's imaginative tale, set in a whimsical version of the future that is as thought-provoking as it is entertaining. β™₯ Color Your World: Each chapter features beautifully designed illustrations that invite you to add your own splash of color - transforming the narrative into a personal artistic experience! β™₯ Stress Relief: Coloring isn’t just for kids! It’s a fantastic way to unwind after a long day. Lose yourself in creativity and watch your worries fade away. πŸ§˜β€β™‚οΈ β™₯ Perfect Gift: Looking for a thoughtful present? This coloring book is a unique gift for book lovers, history buffs, and aspiring artists alike! Let your creativity flow and make history your canvas! Happy coloring, Colour the Classics




The Red Baron's Last Flight


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England and the English


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Rienzi


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