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Reviewed on November 1, 2025 | Middle To High School
Gr 7 Up—An excellent and insightful book that delves into the extraordinary 1941 baseball season, placing it against the dramatic backdrop of World War II. This nonfiction chronicle provides legendary feats, including Joe DiMaggio's 56-game hitting streak and Ted Williams's pursuit of a .400 batting average, while highlighting the sport's significance as a national distraction during an anxious time. Beyond the major leagues, the book powerfully illuminates the segregated world of sepia ball, focusing on the Negro Leagues and the East-West All-Star Game, drawing record crowds and offering a vital sense of pride and co...Log In or Sign Up to Read More




