Publisher's Synopsis
Baseball Joe Around The World: Or Pitching On A Grand Tour is a classic sports novel written by Lester Chadwick and first published in 1918. The book follows the adventures of Joe Matson, a talented young baseball player from the United States who embarks on a grand tour around the world with his team, the Yale College Nine. As they travel from country to country, Joe and his teammates face a variety of challenges both on and off the field. They must adapt to different styles of play, deal with language barriers, and navigate cultural differences. Along the way, Joe also faces personal struggles as he tries to balance his love of baseball with his growing feelings for a young woman he meets on the tour. Despite the obstacles they face, Joe and his team persevere and ultimately become champions. The book is a thrilling and inspiring tale of sportsmanship, perseverance, and the power of teamwork. It also offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of early 20th-century baseball and the global travel experiences of young athletes during that era. Overall, Baseball Joe Around The World: Or Pitching On A Grand Tour is a must-read for fans of baseball, sports fiction, and classic literature. Its timeless themes and engaging storytelling make it a beloved classic that continues to captivate readers of all ages.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
