Finding Buck McHenry
Finding Buck McHenry by Alfred Slote is a First Edition published by HarperCollins Publishers in 1991. This 250-page book is written in English and follows the story of 11-year-old Jason, who has just been dropped from his Little League team. Seeking comfort in a baseball-card shop, he develops a theory that the star pitcher Buck McHenry from the Negro Leagues might actually be the school custodian, Mack Henry. This premise sets the stage for a narrative filled with mystery and emotional depth.
Readers will discover a tale that intertwines themes of sports, social issues, and personal growth. As Jason navigates his feelings of disappointment and curiosity, the story explores the complexities of identity and the impact of prejudice and racism. The characterizations are vivid, and the plot unfolds with engaging action both on and off the baseball diamond. This edition presents a solid and rewarding story that resonates with young readers, particularly those interested in baseball and the challenges faced by boys and men in the United States.
Official synopsis Publisher
“Daydreamer Jason, 11, has just been [dropped] from his Little League team.Seeking solace at the baseball-card shop, he makes a startling hypothesis: ‘Buck McHenry, ‘ star pitcher [of the Negro Leagues], could be school custodian Mack Henry. Mr. Henry’s identity, in doubt through much of the book, provides a mystery, a bittersweet revelation, and a satisfyingly dramatic denouement. The characterizations are pungent, the action (on and off the diamond) involving. A solid, rewarding story.” ‘K.
Finalist, 1992 Edgar Allan Poe Award, Juvenile Category (Mystery Writers of America)
Children’s Choices for 1992 (IRA/CBC)
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