ISBN: 9781402208966 - the entitled: a tale of modern baseball (42 risultati)

Hardback. Condizione: Very Good. The Entitled is a baseball masterpiece, like The Natural and Field of Dreams. --Mike Schmidt, Baseball Hall of FameFrom legendary six-time National Sportswriter of the Year and NPR commentator Frank Deford comes a richly detailed, page-turning tale that takes you deep into America's game.Howie Traveler never made it as a player-his one major league hit and .091 batting average attest to that. He was cursed with that worst of professional maladies, the ill fortune of almost. Now after years of struggling up the coaching ladder, Howie's finally been given his shot as manager of the Cleveland Indians. But whether Howie can spot a small flaw in a batter's swing won't matter if he can't manage his superstar outfielder Jay Alcazar, a slugger with enormous talent (and an ego to match).No crisis on the field fazes Jay and no woman off the field rejects him. But one night at a hotel Howie sees something at Jay's door he wishes he hadn't.and it leaves Howie with an impossible choice.Praise for THE ENTITLED: I loved The Entitled.reminded me of the many people I've known and played with-pure baseball. --Lou Piniella, Manager, Chicago CubsFrank Deford is not just an immensely talented sportswriter, he's an immensely talented American writer. --David HalberstamIn men like Traveler and Alcazar we find the beating heart and struggling soul of baseball. --Jeff MacGregor, Sports Illustrated; author of Sunday MoneyEngrossing.Readers are exposed to a richly textured understanding of baseball and, no less, of estrangement, ambition, mendacity and the search for one's destiny-notwithstanding the cost in human or financial terms. --Library Journal.proves once again that Deford can play at the highest level in any league. --Michael Mewshaw, author of Year of the GunDeford scores another hit with this novel of athletes behaving badly.tackles timely and provocative issues without flinching. --Publishers Weekly.…

Condizione: Very Good. A bright, square, and overall a nice copy.

Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Open Books is a nonprofit social venture that provides literacy experiences for thousands of readers each year through inspiring programs and creative capitalization of books.

Condizione: Good. [ No Hassle 30 Day Returns ][ Ships Daily ] [ Underlining/Highlighting: NONE ] [ Writing: NONE ] [ Edition: first ] Publisher: Sourcebooks Landmark Pub Date: 5/16/2007 Binding: Hardcover Pages: 336 first edition.

Condizione: Very Good. 1 Edition. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condizione: Very Good. 1 Edition. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Hardcover. Condizione: As New. Hardcover with dust jacket. Dust Jacket shows very minor shelving wear, otherwise an unblemished copy.; 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed! Ships same or next business day.

Condizione: As New. Signed Copy . Very Good dust jacket. Signed/Inscribed by author on title page.

Condizione: Very Good. Very Good condition. Very Good dust jacket. A copy that may have a few cosmetic defects. May also contain light spine creasing or a few markings such as an owner's name, short gifter's inscription or light stamp.

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. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Hardcover. Condizione: As New. No Jacket. Pages are clean and are not marred by notes or folds of any kind. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Condizione: good. The item shows wear from consistent use, but it remains in good condition and works perfectly. All pages and cover are intact including the dust cover, if applicable . Spine may show signs of wear. Pages may include limited notes and highlighting. May NOT include discs, access code or other supplemental materials.…

Hardback. Condizione: Very Good. The Entitled is a baseball masterpiece, like The Natural and Field of Dreams. --Mike Schmidt, Baseball Hall of FameFrom legendary six-time National Sportswriter of the Year and NPR commentator Frank Deford comes a richly detailed, page-turning tale that takes you deep into America's game.Howie Traveler never made it as a player-his one major league hit and .091 batting average attest to that. He was cursed with that worst of professional maladies, the ill fortune of almost. Now after years of struggling up the coaching ladder, Howie's finally been given his shot as manager of the Cleveland Indians. But whether Howie can spot a small flaw in a batter's swing won't matter if he can't manage his superstar outfielder Jay Alcazar, a slugger with enormous talent (and an ego to match).No crisis on the field fazes Jay and no woman off the field rejects him. But one night at a hotel Howie sees something at Jay's door he wishes he hadn't.and it leaves Howie with an impossible choice.Praise for THE ENTITLED: I loved The Entitled.reminded me of the many people I've known and played with-pure baseball. --Lou Piniella, Manager, Chicago CubsFrank Deford is not just an immensely talented sportswriter, he's an immensely talented American writer. --David HalberstamIn men like Traveler and Alcazar we find the beating heart and struggling soul of baseball. --Jeff MacGregor, Sports Illustrated; author of Sunday MoneyEngrossing.Readers are exposed to a richly textured understanding of baseball and, no less, of estrangement, ambition, mendacity and the search for one's destiny-notwithstanding the cost in human or financial terms. --Library Journal.proves once again that Deford can play at the highest level in any league. --Michael Mewshaw, author of Year of the GunDeford scores another hit with this novel of athletes behaving badly.tackles timely and provocative issues without flinching. --Publishers Weekly.…

hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Ex-library usual stamps and markings Good condition but not perfect, Cover has minor nicks and tears, spine shows some creases from use. Ask Questions and request photos if your buying for the cover and not the content. STOCK PHOTOS MAY VARY FROM THE ACTUAL ITEM. ACTUAL PHOTOS AVAIL. UPON REQUEST. …

hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Condizione sovraccoperta: Good. 1st Edition.

Hard cover. Condizione: Fine in fine dust jacket. Glued binding. Paper over boards. With dust jacket. 318 p. Audience: General/trade. No previous owner's name. Clean, tight pages. No bent corners. HC 256.

hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority.

Hardcover. Condizione: USED Good.

Hardcover. Condizione: New.

Hardcover. Condizione: New. Condizione sovraccoperta: New. First Edition; First Printing. Book and DJ New. NO notes, names or ANY markings, not clipped ($24.95); 318 pages.

Hardcover. Condizione: Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: fine. First edition. First edition, first printing. Fine in fine dust jacket. Hardcover. 318 pp. Fiction. Howie Traveler never made it as a player---one major league hit and a lifetime .091 batting average. Now, after years of struggling up the coaching ladder, Howir gets his big shot---as manager of the Cleveland indians. His biggest problem? managing his superstar outfielder Jay Alcazar.…

Hardcover. Condizione: Good. Frank Deford, America's premier sportswriter and acclaimed NPR commentator, presents a unique novel of the realities of baseball today in 'Entitled.' After trying unsuccessfully for years to make it in the major leagues, Howie Travelerhas finally landed a great gig - manager of the Cleveland Indians. But Howie hasn't learned that baseball today is more about money and egos than the perfect swing. His biggest challenge is superstar Jay Alcazar, a slugger who does anything he wants. But when Howie sees something he wishes he hadn't at Jay's hotel door, Howie must make a decision that could affect his life forever. …

2007 Deford, Frank THE ENTITLED Naperville, IL: Sourcebooks, c2007 2nd printing 318pp sm 8vo New hardcover in d/j.

Trade Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. First Edition. Trade Paperback - VG - Book is clean and tight with light wear - ARC - 325 pages.

Hardcover. Condizione: As New. Condizione sovraccoperta: As New. First Edition (1st printing). This is a New and Unrea copy of the first edition (1st printing).