ISBN: 9780670022496 - branch rickey (25 risultati)

Hardback. Condizione: Good. The idea of integrating baseball began as a dream in the mind of Branch Rickey. In 1947, as president and general manager of the Brooklyn Dodgers, he defied racism on and off the field to bring Jackie Robinson into the major leagues, changing the sport and the nation forever. Rickey's is the classic American tale of a poor boy from Ohio whose deep-seated faith and dogged work ethic took him to the pinnacle of success, earning him a place in the Hall of Fame and in history. Bestselling author and Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Jimmy Breslin is a legend in his own right. In his inimitable anecdotal style, he provides a lively portrait of Rickey and his times, including such colorful characters as Dodgers' owner George V. McLaughlin (dubbed George the Fifth for his love of Scotch); diamond greats Leo Durocher, George Sisler, and Dizzy Dean; and Robinson himself, a man whose remarkable talent was equaled only by his resilience in the face of intolerance. Breslin brings to life the heady days when baseball emerged as the national pastime in this inspiring biography of a great American who remade a sport-and dreamed of remaking a country.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. First Edition. With dust jacket. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting.

Condizione: very_good. Fast & Free Shipping â" Very Good condition book with a firm cover and clean pages. Shows normal use and some light wear or limited notes markings. A solid, nice copy to enjoy.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. Former library book; May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Condizione: Good. A copy that has been read, but remains in clean condition. All pages are intact, and the cover is intact (including dust cover, if applicable). The spine may show signs of wear. Pages can include limited notes and highlighting, and the copy can include "From the library of" labels or limited small stickers. Book may have a remainder mark or be a price cutter.…

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Hardback. Condizione: Good. The idea of integrating baseball began as a dream in the mind of Branch Rickey. In 1947, as president and general manager of the Brooklyn Dodgers, he defied racism on and off the field to bring Jackie Robinson into the major leagues, changing the sport and the nation forever. Rickey's is the classic American tale of a poor boy from Ohio whose deep-seated faith and dogged work ethic took him to the pinnacle of success, earning him a place in the Hall of Fame and in history. Bestselling author and Pulitzer Prize-winning reporter Jimmy Breslin is a legend in his own right. In his inimitable anecdotal style, he provides a lively portrait of Rickey and his times, including such colorful characters as Dodgers' owner George V. McLaughlin (dubbed George the Fifth for his love of Scotch); diamond greats Leo Durocher, George Sisler, and Dizzy Dean; and Robinson himself, a man whose remarkable talent was equaled only by his resilience in the face of intolerance. Breslin brings to life the heady days when baseball emerged as the national pastime in this inspiring biography of a great American who remade a sport-and dreamed of remaking a country.…

Condizione: Good. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Book has minor wear from reading or handling, mostly around the edges. No markings, tears, corner creases or other defects noted. Providing superior service since 2001. Dropshippers heartily welcomed.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. Light age toning; Penguin Lives fmc2%262D.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Nice book with light wear.

Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Fine. 1st Edition. Dust Jacket is in fine condition without tears or chips or other damage. Quantity Available: 1. Category: Sports & Pastimes; Baseball; ISBN/EAN: 9780670022496. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 373.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Near Fine. 1st Edition. Viking, New York. 2011. Hardcover. 2nd Printing by Line Number. Book is tight, square, and unmarked but for small remainder mark on the textblock bottom. Book Condition: Fine. DJ: Near Fine; NOT Price Clipped ($19.95); light soiling to rear panel. Gray paper over boards and spine with bright gilt lettering on the spine. 146 pp 12mo. Branch Rickey is the classic American tale of a poor boy from Ohio whose deep-seated faith and dogged work ethic took him to the pinnacle of success, earning him a place in the Hall of Fame and history. The author gives a lively portrait of Branch Rickey, his players, and of Jackie Robinson. This is a story of baseball when it was the national pastime. A clean very presentable copy. …

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. First Edition. [The Integration of Baseball] First Printing. Hardcover and dust jacket. Good binding and cover. Shelf wear. Clean, unmarked pages.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Very Good. 1st Edition. First Edition Full Number Row First Printing, No Names Or Marks In The Book, Square And Solid Binding, Dj Is Bright And Clean And Unclipped. no.

Hardcover wit. Condizione: Good. Prompt Shipment, shipped in Boxes, Tracking PROVIDEDSports & Recreation: Good Ex-library Hardcover with dust jacket glued to boards, Stamps, pocket and labels, prompt shipping with tracking.

Hardcover. Condizione: Like New. First Edition. First Edition, First Printing. Not price-clipped. Published by Viking Books, 2011. Octavo. Hardcover. Book is like new. Dust jacket is like new.100% positive feedback. 30 day money back guarantee. NEXT DAY SHIPPING! Excellent customer service. Please email with any questions. All books packed carefully and ship with free delivery confirmation/tracking. All books come with free bookmarks. Ships from Sag Harbor, New York.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Very Good Dust Jacket. 2nd Printing. Penguin Lives; 7.6 X 5.1 X 0.9 inches; 147 pages; Mylar Cover on dust jacket. Dust Jacket shows little wear of usage. Book Show Little Wear. Text is clean no markings seen. Previous Owner Name.

Hardcover wit. Condizione: Very Good. Prompt Shipment, shipped in Boxes, Tracking PROVIDEDSports & Recreation: Very Good Hardcover with dust jacket, Minor creases to dust jacket, clean pages, prompt shipping with tracking.

Hardcover. Condizione: Brand New. 160 pages. 8.25x5.75x0.75 inches. In Stock.

Hardcover. First Edition; First Printing. Very Good+ in a Near Fine dust jacket.; Penguin Lives; 7.6 X 5.1 X 0.9 inches; 160 pages.

hardcover. Condizione: New. In shrink wrap. Looks like an interesting title.