Baseball Fever
Baseball Fever by Johanna Hurwitz, published by HarperCollins Canada, Limited in March 1991, is a children’s fiction book that explores the relationship between a young boy and his father through the lens of baseball. At almost ten years old, Ezra Feldman is passionate about baseball, much to the confusion of his father, who prefers more traditional pastimes like reading and chess. The story unfolds as they embark on an unexpected car trip, leading to encounters that challenge their differing views and ultimately seek to bridge their generational gap.
Readers will find a narrative that delves into themes of family dynamics and the joys of childhood interests, particularly in the context of baseball. The book presents a journey of discovery for both Ezra and his father, highlighting moments that may bring them closer together. With a page count of 128 and written in English, this edition invites young readers to reflect on the importance of understanding and appreciating differing perspectives, all while celebrating the excitement of America’s favorite pastime.
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Ezra Feldman, almost ten, likes baseball more than anything else in the world. But his father cannot understand why his son would rather rot his brains watching men swinging big wooden sticks than read a book or play chess. Can an unwanted car trip, a grumpy old professor, and a surprising chess victory help father and son find a little common ground–and convince Ezra’s dad that cheering for the national pastime isn’t completely off base?Ezra Feldman, almost ten, likes baseball more than anything else in the world. But his father cannot understand why his son would rather rot his brains watching men swinging big wooden sticks than read a book or play chess. Can an unwanted car trip, a grumpy old professor, and a surprising chess victory help father and son find a little common ground–and convince Ezra’s dad that cheering for the national pastime isn’t completely off base?
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