Ball Four: An Unforgettable Year in Baseball

Jim Bouton was a journeyman pitcher who spent 10 seasons in the major leagues. He was never a star, but he was a good teammate and a hard worker. In 1969, Bouton signed with the Seattle Pilots, an expansion team that was expected to be one of the worst teams in baseball.

Ball Four (RosettaBooks Sports Classics Book 1)

by Jim Bouton

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3651 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	496 pages
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The Pilots did not disappoint. They lost 101 games that season, finishing last in the American League West. But Bouton had a great season, going 18-12 with a 3.14 ERA. He also wrote a book about his experiences with the Pilots, called Ball Four.

Ball Four was an instant classic. It was the first book to give readers a behind-the-scenes look at the inner workings of a major league baseball team. Bouton wrote about the drinking, the gambling, and the womanizing that went on in the clubhouse. He also wrote about the camaraderie and the love of the game that united the players.

Ball Four was a groundbreaking book that changed the way people thought about baseball. It was funny, insightful, and honest, and it helped to humanize the players who were often seen as larger-than-life figures. Ball Four is still considered one of the best baseball books ever written, and it is a must-read for any fan of the game.

Why You Should Read Ball Four

If you're a fan of baseball, then you need to read Ball Four. It's a classic book that will give you a unique look at the inner workings of a major league baseball team. Bouton's writing is funny, insightful, and honest, and he does a great job of capturing the camaraderie and the love of the game that united the players.

Here are just a few of the reasons why you should read Ball Four:

• It's a funny and insightful look at the inner workings of a major league baseball team.
• Bouton's writing is honest and engaging.
• It's a classic book that will appeal to fans of all ages.

If you're looking for a great baseball book to read, then Ball Four is the perfect choice. It's a classic that will entertain and inform you, and it's sure to leave you with a greater appreciation for the game of baseball.

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Ball Four (RosettaBooks Sports Classics Book 1)

by Jim Bouton

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	3651 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
X-Ray	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	496 pages
Lending	:	Enabled

FREE