Ted Williams: A Tribute [Hardcover]

Jim Prime (Author, Editor), Bill Nowlin (Author, Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: November 1997

Baseball Hall of Famer Ted Williams is probably the greatest hitter who ever lived, yet he is much more. He is a man who fought for his country in World War II and Korea, and a man who spoke up eloquently for the induction of blacks to the Hall of Fame before it was popular to do so. Ted Williams: A Tribute pays unique homage to a man whose impact transcends the sport. Color photos.

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Amazon.com Review

The fun of this celebration of one of baseball's greatest hitters is not in the expected encomiums from a clubhouse of fellow ballplayers, the many nostalgic photographs, or even the bits of Williams collectibles it displays. It's in the tribute's surprises, and there are many: Shoeless Joe author W. P. Kinsella's fictional reportage of an imagined encounter between Williams and Jackson; senator John Glenn's recollection of flying fighter missions with Williams in Korea; basketball coach Bobby Knight's account of a plane ride with Williams for a fishing trip in Russia; and the tribute's valedictory, Boston Globe columnist Mike Barnicle's emotional panegyric to the 50th anniversary of the season Williams hit .406. Whether Teddy Ballgame is the greatest hitter who ever lived is certainly debatable; that he is unquestionably one of the most appreciated and studied is evident on every page of this splendid homage.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 246 pages
• Publisher: Masters Pr (November 1997)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1570281386
• ISBN-13: 978-1570281389
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1 inches
• Shipping Weight: 1.4 pounds
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #3,424,048 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
  • #77 in Books > Biographies & Memoirs > People, A-Z > ( W ) > Williams, Ted

More About the Author

Author of more than 30 Red Sox-related books and an avid reader of baseball, travel, and mystery books.

Co-founder of Rounder Records, America's most active independent record label specializing in roots music - now celebrating our 41st year!

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2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I've read a lot of books on Ted and this one is tops!, April 3, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Ted Williams: A Tribute (Hardcover)

I've read just about all the books on Ted and this one is right up there. I can't believe the interviews these authors got - from John Glenn on serving with Ted in Korea to the connection between Ted and Jack Kerouac. Some very touching stories, too, about "The Kid and The Kids." Ted made all kinds of time for kids with cancer. There isn't that much on Ted's controversial son or on his family life in general. It seems like the authors were respectful of his privacy. There must be a couple of hundred photos before, and many of them I'd never seen. I didn't think there was that much more to be said about Ted - boy, was I wrong. I highly recommend this book.

5.0 out of 5 stars Teddy Ballgame is the Greatest!!!, July 20, 1999

By A Customer

This review is from: Ted Williams: A Tribute (Hardcover)

This book is a fitting tribute to a hero and man among men in the sport of baseball. The book is full of great pictures and inspiring stories about the Kid. A must for William's fans and baseball fanatics. Enjoy!!

5.0 out of 5 stars Best Sports Book Ever!!, April 12, 1998

By A Customer

This review is from: Ted Williams: A Tribute (Hardcover)

This is the best book that I have ever read regarding the best hitter ever Ted Williams. Jim Prime has done an excellent job and he deservers an award for this great book. I recomend this book for anyone who is a baseball fan.Jim Prime I salute you!!You are the Best Writer ever and I now consider myself your biggest fan!!