Derek Jeter: A Biography [Paperback]

Robert Craig (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 1, 1999

• Shortstop
  
• Bats: right
  
• Throws: right
  
• Height: 6'3"
  
• Weight: 185
  
• Born: June 26, 1974 in New Jersey
  
• Drafted: Yankees' first round (sixth overall) in 1992
  

Derek Jeter's childhood dream was to play for the historic New York Yankee franchise. In 1996, his hard work paid off when he helped the Yankees win the World Series and was named the American League Rookie of the Year. His consistent play brought him another championship ring as a part of the 1998 Yankees squad are calling the best team in baseball history.

Read about one of baseball's rising stars, a young man whose solid hitting, smooths fielding, and showstopping smile are cementing his place in Major League history!

Product Details

• Paperback: 128 pages
• Publisher: Simon Spotlight Entertainment (April 1, 1999)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0671028081
• ISBN-13: 978-0671028084
• Product Dimensions: 6.7 x 4.1 x 0.5 inches
• Shipping Weight: 2 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,964,039 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

6 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Changing my mind, July 12, 2000

By A Customer

This review is from: Derek Jeter: A Biography (Library Binding)

I'm a new Derek fan, and i was impressed about his look. I bought this book to know more about him. After reading it, i admire him. Really. I felt guilty by treated him like an object, when he is a great person.

4 of 5 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A compelling book about a great athlete, October 28, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Derek Jeter: A Biography (Paperback)

A compelling read, filled with rare insight and info on a great athlete and person. Don't pass this one up!

5.0 out of 5 stars Great! It is the best book!, April 18, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Derek Jeter: A Biography (Paperback)

I am Derek's number 1 fan. My friend has the book too and we always read it. My room is filled with Derek pictures, and posters, and newspaper clippings. I love him to death and this book shows just how great he is! Go Derek! Take the Yanks to the series baby!