Ball Four The Final Pitch
Ball Four The Final Pitch by Jim Bouton is a significant work published by Turner Publishing Company on December 22, 2020, as a 50th Anniversary Edition. This edition features a new foreword by Bouton’s wife, Paula Kurman, and spans 508 pages in English. Originally released in 1970, the book made a profound impact on the sports world, challenging norms and provoking strong reactions from various stakeholders within baseball.
Readers will find that this edition of Ball Four continues to explore the complexities of the sports industry through Bouton’s personal memoirs and experiences. The narrative delves into themes of biography and autobiography, offering insights into the world of baseball and the challenges faced by players. This landmark book remains relevant, appealing to both baseball enthusiasts and those interested in the broader implications of sports culture.
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50TH ANNIVERSARY EDITION
New York Public Library Book of the Century Selection
Time Magazine “100 Greatest Non-Fiction Books” Selection
New Foreword from Jim Bouton’s Wife, Paula Kurman
When Ball Four was first published in 1970, it hit the sports world like a lightning bolt. Commissioners, executives, and players were shocked. Sportswriters called author Jim Bouton a traitor and “social leper.” Commissioner Bowie Kuhn tried to force him to declare the book untrue. Fans, however, loved the book. And serious critics called it an important social document. Following his death, Bouton’s landmark book has remained popular, and his legacy lives on through its many readers, including those who don’t ordinarily follow baseball.
The 50th Anniversary of his historic book includes a touching and personal new forward by his wife, Paula Kurman.
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