The Classic Mantle
Buzz Bissinger
- 15 oktober 2012
- 9781613124178
Samenvatting:
In The Classic Mantle, acclaimed sportswriter Buzz Bissinger tells the story of Mickey Mantle"s unforgettable career. Mantle has long been considered one of baseball"s most memorable figuresplaying his entire 18-year baseball career for the New York Yankees (195168), winning 3 American League MVP titles, playing in 20 All-Star games, and winning 7 World Series. Today, more than 40 years after his retirement, he still holds 6 World Series records, including most home runs (18). Bissinger goes beyond the statistics to bring Mantle to life, and stunning photographs by Marvin E. Newman make this book a fitting tribute to Mantle"s career and his lasting impact on the sport of baseball.
Praise for The Classic Mantle:
Even if you're a Yankee hater, you can't help but love this bookand Mickey Mantle." The Buffalo News