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Ball Four

by Jim Bouton (1970)

About this book

The revolutionary diary that humanized baseball players, broke the clubhouse code of silence, and transformed modern sports publishing. This definitive sports work explores the career, athletic prowess, and legendary impact of Jim Bouton across Baseball (MLB).

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story Era1960s
Protagonist / CoreJim Bouton

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