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Fenway, Expanded and Updated: A Biography in Words and Pictures

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I took a risk and surprised my domestic partner, a devout Red Sox fan
(yes, some of us are butch!), with the book "Fenway, Expanded and Updated" for Christmas. He is difficult to buy for. He was happy that it was not just a picture book but contained stories of Yaztremski and Ted Williams. It also included the fans' perspectives, historically waiting loyally and patiently for 86 years for a World Series championship. It took him back to his childhood and the first time he went to Fenway Park. He is also happy about the point the authors make that Fenway is being preserved and not torn down as seems to be the fate for many other stadiums. Now he owes me a night at the Ballet....

Fenway is an idyllic baseball book on the Red Sox history, sort of like a pitcher who throws a one hitter on a fine summer day. Close to perfect, the stories from ballplayers, fans and notable individuals are short and concise. The photos, by Stan Grossfeld and other lensmen, are exceptional and distinctive-obviously taken by those who enjoy the game of baseball, Red Sox brand in particular. I especially liked the shorts by George Steinbrenner and Ted Williams, among many other fascinating vignettes. A classic baseball book and well recommended.

Paul Keck
The Greatest Comeback Ever: A fan's daily diary of the 1978 New York Yankees championship season

I loved this book when I first saw it. Photos are wonderful, and the history is a lot of fun, even for folks who are very familiar with Fenway Park. There's a chapter on Fenway memories, with essays from a number of well-known folks, all discussing their first memories of Fenway. If you love the Red Sox, or are interested in Fenway Park, this book is a must-have.