
" . . . this is the history of a surprisingly fascinating symbiosis, of as much interest to social historians as to baseball fans." --Publishers Weekly
" . . . a sound account of a baseball team's place in the life of a community . . . effectively focused on the most...

Looks at the history of the Cincinnati Reds, describes the role of Riverfront Stadium in the city's rejuvenation, and examines the city's longterm relationship with baseball.