Baseball in Europe
A Country by Country History
Josh
Chetwynd
ISBN
978-0-7864-3724-5
77 photos, appendices, notes, bibliography, index
344pp.
softcover
2008
Available for immediate shipment
Description
Many are aware that baseball’s European ancestry stretches back centuries, but few realize just how extensive the modern game’s history is on the Continent and British Isles. Baseball as we recognize it has been played there since the 1870s, and in several countries the players and devoted followers have included royalty, Hall of Famers from the U.S. major leagues, and captains of industry.
Organized by country, this heavily researched book delves into the history of baseball in 40 nations, describing not only the efforts to spread the game but also the culture of baseball unique to Europe. Appendices cover topics from major leaguers who have played in European domestic leagues to a glossary of baseball terms in seven European languages.
About the Author
Josh Chetwynd is an award winning journalist who has worked as a staff reporter for USA Today and U.S. News & World Report. He also served as co-host of Major League baseball coverage on Five (TV) in the United Kingdom. He currently resides in Tucson, Arizona.
Other Book(s) by Josh Chetwynd Available from McFarland:
British Baseball and the West Ham Club
Reviews
"impressive...scrupulously and thoroughly documented...an excellent research tool as well an informative and entertaining read...this book will be the definitive work on European baseball for seasons to come"--Booklist/RBB
"very little else has been written on this subject, so Chetwynd’s excellent overview is welcome indeed. Highly recommended"--Choice
"a one-of-a-kind book"--Library Journal
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