Books

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The Teammates The Teammates David Halberstam Halberstam frequently interviewed Ted Williams, Bobby Doerr, Dom DiMaggio, and Johnny Peske. In this book, Halberstam offers a rare glimpse into the special lives and friendships of these men. But it… OL109594W
Wicked Good Year Wicked Good Year Steve Buckley From the fall of 2007 through the spring of 2008, Boston sports fans enjoyed a run of good fortune that was unprecedented in sports history. The Red Sox won their second World Series championship in … OL15191765W
Yaz Yaz Carl Yastrzemski,Gerald Eskenazi The Hall of Famer recounts his life as a ball player in Boston, his relationship with managers and fans, and his blue-collar approach to his job, and describes how free-agency broke up a potential Re… OL15745086W
Long taters Long taters Ron Anderson "This detailed biography chronicles George "Boomer" Scott's youth in violently racist Mississippi, his impressive 14-year professional career, and the challenges he faced off the field. Based on hund… OL16167752W
Fenway 1912 Fenway 1912 Glenn Stout Fenway 1912 breaks new ground in telling the full story of the building and construction of Fenway Park obsolete. In the context of its first season Stout tells you precisely why Fenway looks the way… OL16229622W
Red Sox roll call Red Sox roll call William McNeil "This work profiles 200 of the most memorable players to have donned Boston's red, white, and blue. Also included are journeymen who became legends as a result of one glorious World Series game, like… OL16299247W
The story of the Boston Red Sox The story of the Boston Red Sox Michael E. Goodman "The history of the Boston Red Sox professional baseball team from its inaugural 1901 season to today, spotlighting the team's greatest players and most memorable moments"--Provided by publisher. OL16341231W
Big Papi Big Papi David Ortiz The Boston Red Sox All-Star slugger recounts his childhood in the impoverished Dominican Republic, his lesser achievements with the Mariners and Twins, and the influence of his parents on his athleti… OL17719829W
The history of the Boston Red Sox The history of the Boston Red Sox Richard Rambeck Highlights the key personalities and memorable games in the history of the team that began playing in 1901 under the name Boston Pilgrims. OL1822759W
Miracle at Fenway Miracle at Fenway Saul Wisnia "Hundreds of articles and several books were written in the immediate aftermath of the [Boston Red Sox] thrilling '04 season, but 10 years have passed and [this book] has a fresh perspective, includi… OL19983258W
So You Think You're a Boston Red Sox Fan? So You Think You're a Boston Red Sox Fan? Bill Nowlin 1 online resource OL21140603W
Boston Red Sox Boston Red Sox K. C. Kelley Introduces the Boston Red Sox baseball team, including its history, notable players, and championship statistics. OL24251736W
'78 '78 Bill Reynolds The inside story behind a crucial chapter in Red Sox lore-and a turbulent time in a troubled city. George Steinbrenner called it the greatest game in the history of American sports: on a bright Octob… OL2728936W
Boston Red Sox Boston Red Sox James R. Rothaus A history of the baseball team which began in 1901 as the Boston Pilgrims. OL2977268W
Follow your dreams Follow your dreams Mo Vaughn The first baseman for the Boston Red Sox uses his own life story to demonstrate the importance of staying focused on one's goals. OL3297391W
Shut Out Shut Out Howard Bryant "Imagine Ted Williams, Jackie Robinson, Bobby Doerr, and Willie Mays all on the same team, playing for the Boston Red Sox during the 194Os and 195Os. Think of how different those epic battles with th… OL5844574W
100 Things Red Sox Fans Should Know and Do Before They Die 100 Things Red Sox Fans Should Know and Do Before They Die Nick Cafardo With 100-plus years of Red Sox history, this lively, detailed book explores the personalities, events, and facts every Boston fan should know. It contains crucial information such as important dates,… OL8921006W