Shoeless Joe & Me
Shoeless Joe & Me by Dan Gutman is a reprint edition published by HarperCollins on March 4, 2003. This 176-page book is written in English and explores the story of Joe Stoshack, who learns about the infamous Shoeless Joe Jackson and the gambling scandal that marred his career. Determined to make a difference, Stoshack embarks on a time-traveling adventure with a 1919 baseball card, hoping to alter the course of history and secure Jackson’s legacy in the Baseball Hall of Fame.
Readers will find an engaging narrative that combines elements of juvenile fiction, action and adventure, and sports themes, particularly focusing on baseball. As Stoshack attempts to thwart the scandal by preventing a crucial envelope of money from reaching Jackson, the story delves into the challenges and moral dilemmas he faces. This edition offers a unique blend of historical context and imaginative storytelling, appealing to young readers interested in sports and adventure.
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When Joe Stoshack hears about Shoeless Joe Jackson — and the gambling scandal that destroyed the star player’s career — he knows what he has to do. If he travels back in time with a 1919 baseball card in his hand, he just might be able to prevent the infamous Black Sox Scandal from ever taking place. And if he could do that, Shoeless Joe Jackson would finally take his rightful place in the Baseball Hall of Fame.
But can Stosh prevent that tempting envelope full of money from making its way to Shoeless Joe’s hotel room before the big game?
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