Roy White: From Compton to the Bronx
Autor Roy White, Paul R Semendingeren Limba Engleză Hardback – 11 apr 2023
Follow Roy White's inspiring life, from his humble beginnings in Compton, California, to his stellar career with the New York Yankees and the Tokyo Giants. Experience the highs and lows of playing alongside legends like Mickey Mantle and Reggie Jackson, while navigating the challenges of racism and segregation in mid-20th century America. Discover how White's quiet dignity and exceptional talent made him a beloved figure in baseball history.
For fans of baseball, biography, and stories of triumph over adversity, Roy White: From Compton to the Bronx offers a gripping and nostalgic look at a remarkable life. Relive the glory days of the Yankees and gain insight into the social issues that shaped a generation. Buy now to celebrate the legacy of a true American hero!
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Specificații
ISBN-13: 9781951122577
ISBN-10: 1951122577
Pagini: 276
Dimensiuni: 152 x 229 x 23 mm
Greutate: 0.51 kg
Editura: Artemesia Publishing, Llc
Colecția Artemesia Publishing, LLC
Locul publicării:United States
ISBN-10: 1951122577
Pagini: 276
Dimensiuni: 152 x 229 x 23 mm
Greutate: 0.51 kg
Editura: Artemesia Publishing, Llc
Colecția Artemesia Publishing, LLC
Locul publicării:United States
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Recenzii
"Whether you remember watching games from the Bronx Zoo era or have only recently come to enjoy the game, this book is a must for any baseball fan." —Chris Donnelly, author of Doc, Donnie, the Kid, and Billy Brawl: How the 1985 Mets and Yankees Fought For New York’s Baseball Soul
"This book is a valuable keepsake and grand-slam homerun!" —Grandmaster Andrew Linick, Publisher: Official Karate Mag., Martial Arts Pioneer, The U.S. Ambassador of Karate™, and International Best-Selling Author: Nunchaku, Karate’s Deadliest Fighting Sticks, 3rd Edition
"This is a must-read about the most underrated Yankee of all time." —Ian O'Connor, four-time New York Times bestselling author of The Captain: The Journey of Derek Jeter
“The Baseball Gods must have loved watching Roy White play the game of baseball. I really enjoyed reading this book!” —Jonathan A. Fink, Author of The Baseball Gods are Real and The Republic Baseball League
"More than the autobiography of a great player, a revealing portrait of a great man, and a paean to dedication, hard work, and decency." —JB Manheim, author of The Cooperstown Trilogy
"There may be a lot to learn about this overlooked position in Yankee history, but Roy White: From Compton to the Bronx is a damn good place to start." —David Ostrowsky, Atlanta Jewish Times
"From Compton to the Bronx provides insights into White and his career with the Yankees as a player, coach and executive." —Barry Parks, author of Frank Home Run Baker: Hall of Famer and World Series Hero
"This is a terrific read filled with great memories that truly inspire." —Robert Skead, author of Something to Prove, the Great Satchel Paige Versus the Rookie Joe DiMaggio
"Roy White: From Compton to the Bronx reads the way Roy played the game: with class, professionalism and a love for baseball." —Johnny D. Boggs, author of Sports on Film: Hollywood History and the "Baseball Westerns" Camp Ford, The Kansas City Cowboys and Buckskin, Bloomers and Me
“From Compton to the Bronx is the expertly-told story of his fascinating baseball journey and a portrait of the American dream itself.” —Daniel R. Epstein, Co-Director of the Internet Baseball Writers Association of America
"When I put this book down, I knew that what this world needs is more men like Roy White, not just as athletes but as inspirations for future generations." —Alan D. Gaff, author of Lou Gehrig: The Lost Memoir and Field of Corpses
“The most impressive scholarship on the Yankees I have read…” —Dr. Rock Positano and John Positano, award-winning authors of Dinner With DiMaggio, about Paul's book, The Least Among Them
“This charming and meticulously researched book will remind you of baseball’s power to change and enrich lives far beyond the diamond." —Jonathan Eig, New York Times best-selling author of Opening Day, about Paul's book, The Least Among Them
"This book is a valuable keepsake and grand-slam homerun!" —Grandmaster Andrew Linick, Publisher: Official Karate Mag., Martial Arts Pioneer, The U.S. Ambassador of Karate™, and International Best-Selling Author: Nunchaku, Karate’s Deadliest Fighting Sticks, 3rd Edition
"This is a must-read about the most underrated Yankee of all time." —Ian O'Connor, four-time New York Times bestselling author of The Captain: The Journey of Derek Jeter
“The Baseball Gods must have loved watching Roy White play the game of baseball. I really enjoyed reading this book!” —Jonathan A. Fink, Author of The Baseball Gods are Real and The Republic Baseball League
"More than the autobiography of a great player, a revealing portrait of a great man, and a paean to dedication, hard work, and decency." —JB Manheim, author of The Cooperstown Trilogy
"There may be a lot to learn about this overlooked position in Yankee history, but Roy White: From Compton to the Bronx is a damn good place to start." —David Ostrowsky, Atlanta Jewish Times
"From Compton to the Bronx provides insights into White and his career with the Yankees as a player, coach and executive." —Barry Parks, author of Frank Home Run Baker: Hall of Famer and World Series Hero
"This is a terrific read filled with great memories that truly inspire." —Robert Skead, author of Something to Prove, the Great Satchel Paige Versus the Rookie Joe DiMaggio
"Roy White: From Compton to the Bronx reads the way Roy played the game: with class, professionalism and a love for baseball." —Johnny D. Boggs, author of Sports on Film: Hollywood History and the "Baseball Westerns" Camp Ford, The Kansas City Cowboys and Buckskin, Bloomers and Me
“From Compton to the Bronx is the expertly-told story of his fascinating baseball journey and a portrait of the American dream itself.” —Daniel R. Epstein, Co-Director of the Internet Baseball Writers Association of America
"When I put this book down, I knew that what this world needs is more men like Roy White, not just as athletes but as inspirations for future generations." —Alan D. Gaff, author of Lou Gehrig: The Lost Memoir and Field of Corpses
“The most impressive scholarship on the Yankees I have read…” —Dr. Rock Positano and John Positano, award-winning authors of Dinner With DiMaggio, about Paul's book, The Least Among Them
“This charming and meticulously researched book will remind you of baseball’s power to change and enrich lives far beyond the diamond." —Jonathan Eig, New York Times best-selling author of Opening Day, about Paul's book, The Least Among Them