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Babe Ruth
By: Matt ChristophereBook Publisher: Hachette
Imprint: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers
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In a career that spanned over thirty years, George Herman "Babe" Ruth changed the way the sport of baseball was played. He was the first true power hitter, a strong pitcher, and in the outfield made some amazing game-saving catches. His love of the sport shined through in the way he laughed while jogging around the bases, in how he kidded and horsed around with teammates, and in his overall determination to win. But there was a darker side to Babe, one that nearly ruined his career - and his life. In the end, however, Ruth managed to overcome his personal demons, recapture his health, and go on to lead his beloved Yankees to championship status. Simply put, there has never been another player like the Babe.
This comprehensive biography of one of baseball's most memorable legends also comes with photos.
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| Title of eBook: Babe Ruth | |
| Release Date: 12-19-2009 | |
| Publisher: Little, Brown Books for Young Readers |
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| Parent title | Babe Ruth |
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| Encrypted (DRM) | Yes |
| SKU | 9787770930157 |
| File size | 494 |
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Babe Ruth
Chapter One
1895-1914 From the Street to St. Mary'sA teammate of Babe Ruth once said, "I saw a man transformed from a human being into, something pretty close to a god." Indeed, Babe Ruth is one of baseball's legendary figures, a player unlike anyone before or since. His booming borne runs changed the game forever. There will never, ever be another ballplayer like the Babe.
Baseball historians consider George Herman "Babe" Ruth one of the greatest players in the history of baseball, a star both on the mound and at the plate. During his first six seasons in the major leagues, Babe Ruth was one of the most successful pitchers in baseball, winning eighty-nine regular season games and three more for the Boston Red Sox in the World Series. Then he became the greatest slugger of his time, hitting home runs faster and farther than anyone who had ever played the game. He played the bulk of his career with the New York Yankees and ended with 714 home runs, a record that held until Hank Aaron broke it in 1974.
Yet for all his individual accomplishments, Babe Ruth was also a team player. He helped the Red Sox to three pennants and world championships. Then, after he was purchased by the Yankees after the 1919 season, Ruth led New York to seven pennants and four world championships, creating the Yankee dynasty that continues to this day.
But statistics and championships don't even begin to tell his story, for in addition to his accomplishments on the field, Ruth is unquestionably the most beloved baseball player in history Baseball fans loved him for his talent, his generous personality; his ready
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