The Ebbets Field volume is the second in McFarland's series on historic ballparks. The book combines articles about the park and the memories of those who went there in any capacity. Essay topics include long time Dodger owner Charles Ebbets, Brooklyn at the opening and closing of the park, the first and last Dodger games at Ebbets Field, black baseball at Ebbets Field, non-baseball events at Ebbets Field and statistical analyses of the park. The memories section includes the reminiscences of Dodger and visiting players as well as fans of all types and ages.
The Ebbets Field volume is the second in McFarland's series on historic ballparks. The book combines articles about the park and the memories of those...
Old Comiskey Park includes essays and memories covering the history and evolution of the former home of the Chicago White Sox, as well as its importance to its surrounding neighbourhoods, and to the city of Chicago. Essays cover Charles Comiskey and the location of the ballpark; the neighbourhoods that surround the site; the dimensions and configurations of Old Comiskey Park; a summary of All-Star, World Series, and playoff games played there; Negro League baseball at Comiskey Park; Bill Veeck; the ballpark as host to events and sports other than White Sox baseball; and an analysis...
Old Comiskey Park includes essays and memories covering the history and evolution of the former home of the Chicago White Sox, as well as its...
Built in 1911, Detroit's Tiger Stadium provided unmatched access for generations of baseball fans. Drawing on the perspectives of historians, architects, fans and players, the author describes how Tiger Stadium grew, adapted and thrived, and how it was demolished in 2008 - a casualty of racism and corporate welfare. Chronological diagrams illustrate the evolution of the playing field.
Built in 1911, Detroit's Tiger Stadium provided unmatched access for generations of baseball fans. Drawing on the perspectives of historians, architec...
In an era of unique baseball stadiums, the Polo Grounds in New York stood out from the rest. With its horseshoe shape, the Polo Grounds had extremely short distances down the foul lines and equally long distances up the alley and to center field. This book offers descriptive text and photos which give a sense of the glory of this classic ballpark.
In an era of unique baseball stadiums, the Polo Grounds in New York stood out from the rest. With its horseshoe shape, the Polo Grounds had extremely ...