Pitching in a Pinch; or, Baseball From the Inside

Christy Mathewson, John N (John Neville) Wheeler

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Anson Street Press
28 March 2025

Biography: sport; Baseball

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Step onto the field with ""Pitching in a Pinch: or, Baseball from the Inside,"" a captivating journey into the heart of early 20th-century baseball through the eyes of legendary pitcher Christy Mathewson. More than just a sports biography, this book offers a rare and insightful perspective on the strategies, challenges, and triumphs of the game's formative years.

Mathewson, a celebrated figure in baseball history, shares his expertise and experiences, revealing the nuances of pitching, the intricacies of team dynamics, and the passion that fueled America's favorite pastime. Explore the world of baseball as it was played and understood during its golden age.

Perfect for baseball enthusiasts and anyone fascinated by sports history, ""Pitching in a Pinch"" provides a firsthand account of a pivotal era in the sport's evolution. Discover the timeless appeal of baseball through the words of one of its greatest practitioners.

This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it.

This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.

Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

By: Christy Mathewson, John N (John Neville) Wheeler
Imprint: Anson Street Press
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm, Spine: 7mm
Weight: 200g
ISBN: 9781023246170
ISBN 10: 1023246171
Pages: 136
Publication Date: 28 March 2025
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active