About the Author

John C. Skipper, a political reporter for the Mason City (Iowa) Globe Gazette, has written numerous books on politics and baseball, including a history of the The Iowa Caucuses and acclaimed biographies of Grover Cleveland Alexander, Dazzy Vance and Charlie Gehringer.

Reviews

Iincludes Red Flaherty and Bill Kinnamon's memories of Roger Maris's 61st home run, Ed Runge's account of Don Larson's perfect game and more. Most large collections should have this." —Library Journal

"Loaded with humor and interesting anecdotes." —Yankees Magazine
Brooklyn Spectator