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The ultimate baseball road trip, this extraordinary journey to 50 stadiums, both past and present, brings to life the history and highlights of each in glorious photographs and the personal reminiscences of players, managers, sportswriters, and well-known spectators.

From Ebbets Field to Camden Yards, major league ballparks hold a special place in the hearts of millions of Americans. Blue Skies, Green Fields recreates the unforgettable experience of glimpsing the panorama of sky and manicured field for the first time, and it provides the stats baseball fans relish.

The 30 current stadiums and 20 parks of the past—including beloved favorites like Old Comiskey Park and Yankee Stadium, new parks like Safeco Field in Seattle and Cinergy Field in Cincinnati, and such misbegotten mistakes as the Minneapolis Metrodrome and Candlestick Park—are captured in full-color photographs of interiors and exteriors, authoritative stats, and a brief historical narrative. Contributing their personal memories of the ballparks are legends such as Reggie Jackson, Whitey Ford, Derek Jeter, Cal Ripken, Jr., and Mark McGuire; broadcasters from Harry Kalas to Bob Costas; Tommy Lasorda, Sparky Anderson, and other managers; and fans ranging from George Plimpton to Jesse Ventura.


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The ultimate baseball road trip, this extraordinary journey to 50 stadiums, both past and present, brings to life the history and highlights of each in glorious photographs and the personal reminiscences of players, managers, sportswriters, and well-known spectators.

From Ebbets Field to Camden Yards, major league ballparks hold a special place in the hearts of millions of Americans. Blue Skies, Green Fields recreates the unforgettable experience of glimpsing the panorama of sky and manicured field for the first time, and it provides the stats baseball fans relish.

The 30 current stadiums and 20 parks of the past?including beloved favorites like Old Comiskey Park and Yankee Stadium, new parks like Safeco Field in Seattle and Cinergy Field in Cincinnati, and such misbegotten mistakes as the Minneapolis Metrodrome and Candlestick Park?are captured in full-color photographs of interiors and exteriors, authoritative stats, and a brief historical narrative. Contributing their personal memories of the ballparks are legends such as Reggie Jackson, Whitey Ford, Derek Jeter, Cal Ripken, Jr., and Mark McGuire; broadcasters from Harry Kalas to Bob Costas; Tommy Lasorda, Sparky Anderson, and other managers; and fans ranging from George Plimpton to Jesse Ventura.

Product Details

  • Hardcover: 228 pages
  • Publisher: Clarkson Potter; 1st edition (October 2, 2001)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0609608681
  • ISBN-13: 978-0609608685
  • Product Dimensions: 10.2 x 10.2 x 0.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 2.7 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (13 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.com Sales Rank: #664,761 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars ...take me out to the ballgame!!! (please), November 17, 2002
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As a life-long baseball fan, I enjoy visiting ballparks around the country whenever I can. This book is wonderful! The pictures are fantastic and so are the interesting bits of trivia and information. I haven't yet bought my own copy of this book, but did buy it as a present for my father, who shares my love of baseball. The book is right next to his favorite chair where he can check it out while the ballgame is on. I enjoy thumbing through it trying to plan the next vacation where I can sneak in a game....If you are a baseball fan, or have one on your shopping list, this would be the perfect gift (short of World Series tickets for your home team).
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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars What an Amazing Book!, October 16, 2001
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This book is one of the best baseball books I have ever read. It beautifly incorporates pictures, quotes, and facts about baseball's best parks into a single rescource. This is the best book for baseball fans to learn about and enjoy America's ballparks. I would recommend it above any other baseball book. It would make an excellent holiday gift for everyone on your list.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Unreal Book, Loved It !, October 11, 2001
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I can spend hours , over and over ,reading and perusing the pictures in this book. Bravo to the writer who photographed and toured Major League parks throughout America, one of my dreams. The interviews about each park and the photos make this a "must own" to every fan of our National Pastime. This book will make a great gift for the upcoming holiday season. Thanks Ira Rosen!
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5.0 out of 5 stars A GREAT BOOK FOR BASEBALL FANS
THIS BOOK IS A REAL TREAT FOR BASEBALL FANS OF ALL AGES.NUMEROUS BEAUTIFUL PHOTOS AND CRISP,CLEAR NARRATIVE MAKE THIS A COMPREHENSIVE AND INFORMATIVE READ.
Published 9 months ago by Gary G. Hess

3.0 out of 5 stars Nice Pictures , horrible text
Ira Rosen is a fine photographer. That being said it is amazing this book was published. There are countless errors, mainly chronological. Read more
Published on November 3, 2002 by Chris Richards

4.0 out of 5 stars Great but Bad
I think the book should have or at least Miller Park and P.N.C. Park. Witch would be good becuse,I'm a BIG Brewers fan. Read more
Published on October 6, 2002 by Matt Dan

5.0 out of 5 stars A gorgeous celebration of baseball's temples
My dad and I are huge fans of books about baseball parks, their histories, dimensions, behind-the-scenes, etc. Read more
Published on June 10, 2002 by D. Goodwin

3.0 out of 5 stars Stadiums left out
I am disappointed that Braves Field, Griffith Stadium, and RFK Stadium were left. I could care less about Jarry Park, Colt Stadium, LA Coliseum, and Seals Stadium.
Published on March 25, 2002 by David E Krysakowski

3.0 out of 5 stars Mediocre information, but great photographs
There are many ballpark books which provide more and better information about ballparks. If you are going to buy this book, it should be for the stunning photographs of modern... Read more
Published on January 13, 2002

5.0 out of 5 stars Great Book,Loved It !
This is a must buy for every baseball fan. This book has kept me captivated so far for hours reviewing each and every stadium. Read more
Published on October 23, 2001

5.0 out of 5 stars great book
great pictures and good stories...i really hope that i get to see all these places in person eventually...two thumbs up for the author....
Published on October 18, 2001

4.0 out of 5 stars The most beautiful pictures of any baseball park book!
A really beautiful coffee table book with pictures I've never seen before of just about all of the parks. Read more
Published on October 5, 2001 by Travis Rogers

5.0 out of 5 stars wow-what a great book-i can't put it down
this book by ira rosen is beatifully written and the photographs are outstanding. the amount of information contained in his book is overwhelming. Read more
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