“The seductiveness of baseball is that almost everyone with an abiding interest in it knows exactly how it should be played. And secretly believes that he could do it, if only God had seen fit to make him just a little bit less clumsy.”
Quote by George V. Higgins
Work
The progress of the seasons: forty years of baseball in our town
This book chronicles the history of baseball in a particular town, examining the sport's development and impact over four decades. It includes insights into the teams, players, and events that shaped the local baseball scene. more
Author
George V. Higgins
George V. Higgins was an American author known for his novels that focused on the criminal world of Boston. His works, often set in the city's underworld, have been highly appreciated by readers. more
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