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Jerry Coleman

An American Journey: My Life On the Field, In the Air, and On the Air Hardcover – April 1, 2008

by Jerry Coleman (Author), George Will (Foreword), Richard Goldstein (Contributor)

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In An American Journey, Jerry Coleman, along with journalist Richard Goldstein, writes for the first time about the family violence and the hardship he endured as a child, his memories of serving in two armed conflicts, and what it was like playing professional baseball with Yogi Berra, Mickey Mantle, and Joe DiMaggio. Coleman is also unflinchingly honest about his short managing career and provides a behind-the-scenes look at his many years in the broadcast booth.

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"No broadcaster has earned a more affectionate following than Jerry Coleman. When you read this memoir, you will not only know why, you will join his legions of followers." --from the foreword by George Will

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"There are only two important things in life: the people who you love and who love you, and your country." These words have shaped every moment of Jerry Coleman's life. The result is a man who is beloved by his family, friends, former teammates, fellow veterans, and millions of baseball fans around the world. Born in San Jose, California, and raised in San Francisco, Coleman endured a childhood marred by family turmoil and violence, but that environment failed to dampen an optimistic spirit that would later endear him to fans across the nation. Traveling across the country to play for the legendary New York Yankees in the days of DiMaggio and Mantle, Coleman twice put a halt to his promising career and traveled across the globe to serve his country during World War II and the Korean War, the only Major League Baseball player to ever do so. After retiring as one of the most decorated players in team history, Coleman began his second career as a baseball broadcaster for CBS, the Yankees, and eventually the San Diego Padres, where he has become the voice of the team to an entire generation of fans. Even a detour to the dugout, where he managed the 1980 Padres to a losing record, did little to shake Coleman's love for the game, or the fans' love for him. In An American Journey, Coleman's own words paint a portrait of a man too humble to acknowledge a fact those around him have always accepted: Jerry Coleman is one of the most admirable and popular men in the history of baseball.

Publisher : Triumph Books; First Edition (April 1, 2008)
Language : English
Hardcover : 224 pages
ISBN-10 : 1600780644
ISBN-13 : 978-1600780646
Item Weight : 1.15 pounds
Dimensions : 5.5 x 0.9 x 8.5 inches

Best Sellers Rank: #1,831,168 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #65 in Sports Broadcasting
- #1,788 in Baseball Biographies (Books)
- #3,384 in Journalist Biographies

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Bill EmblomTop Contributor: Baseball

One of Baseball's Good Guys

Reviewed in the United States on April 14, 2008

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Jerry Coleman has honorably served America both as a military man, as a baseball player during the 1950's for the New York Yankees, and as an announcer for the Yankees, CBS, and as an announcer/manager for the San Diego Padres. He considers his greatest achievement in life to be the five years he spent as a marine during both World War II and the Korean War. He grew up in a home with a physically abusive father, and a very devoted mother. His best friends with the Yankees were Allie Reynolds, Vic Raschi, Ed Lopat, Bobby Brown, and Charlie Silvera. Coleman believes Mickey Mantle's alcohol problems became full blown after he retired from the game and the cheering stopped. Coleman vividly recalls the incident in May of 1957 when Yankees' infielder Gil McDougald lined Cleveland Indians' pitcher Herb Score in the eye. This had a great emotional effect on McDougald who considered quitting the game. Coleman's one year at the helm of the Padres did not go well. His players viewed him as the team's announcer, and a relic from the past. Coleman gives his views on various things regarding the game such as the size of players compared to when he played, and the effect large contracts can have on some players. He blames the players' union for fighting against a strong drug program which has ultimately harmed players who play by the rules. Coleman considers Aaron to be the all-time home run leader with Maris to be the home run leader for a single season. This book is light easy reading, and I enjoyed reading about one of the bubble gum cards of my youth.

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Four Stars

Reviewed in the United States on April 10, 2015

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George Will presents Jerry Coleman, the man, in his various roles. While the book evokes admiration for Mr. Coleman's military and athletic accomplishments, it is the presentation of his humanity that makes this a worthwhile read. One of the better biographies of a sports figure.

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A Good Look at Jerry's Life

Reviewed in the United States on January 1, 2011

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I was never a Yankee fan, but I admired many of their players of yore. Coleman has led quite an interesting life. Speaking as a Vietnam combat veteran, I can relate to his experiences during both WWII & Korea. Jerry was an underrrated ballplayer, but he doesn't blow his horn about that. Malaprops aside, he is a knowledgable announcer. Only flaw is my disagreeing with him about the game today, but Jerry certainly is entitled to his opinion.

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DBMF

Class Act

Reviewed in the United States on April 25, 2014

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Good account of an interesting life; the only ballplayer who actually saw combat in both WWII and Korea. Would have been better if more willing to "name names" about players he clashed with during brief tenure as manager of Padres, but he was too much of a class act to dish dirt. We could use more like him.

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Hits Hornsby

baseball should be left to baseball players

Reviewed in the United States on December 5, 2008

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I really enjoy Jerry as an annoucer and enjoyed his book immensley. I only wish that he was partnered on the air with a baseball person with a baseball voice over these past 20+ yrs. When he quits I will quit listening to the Padres via radio. Five Stars for Jerry and his disclosures.

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Coleen Metallo

Great book by great man!

Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2009

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A fresh and honest view of the game and how it's been played. Jerry Coleman is a true professional and respected by all!

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Philip Hessling San Diego

Hang a star

Reviewed in the United States on November 25, 2016

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I know Coleman as a broadcaster for the Padres. The book gave me insight to his playing and his military career.

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S. Ortega

Awesome for Padre Fans

Reviewed in the United States on April 20, 2008

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I bought this book for my father as he has been an avid Padre fan since 1969. He just loves it. Jerry Coleman is the San Diego Padres.

Scott
El CAJON, CA

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