The '27 Yankees

By Fred Glueckstein

Book Overview

The '27 Yankees is the story of the most legendary and revered team in the annals of baseball: the 1927 New York Yankees, whose magical name even today evokes the standard of excellence in America s most treasured sport. The book is the definitive historical account of the men and their accomplishments from Spring Training through the World Series. Through the detailed and carefully crafted recreations of each game and events off the diamond, the reader follows the exciting day-to day exploits of Yankee legends Babe Ruth, Lou Gehrig, Tony Lazzeri, Earle Combs, Waite Hoyt, Herb Pennock, and teammates. Action coverage of all American and National League games and pennant races are also chronicled plus much more.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1413484263
• ISBN13: 9781413484267
• Release Date: September 2005
• Publisher: Xlibris
• Length: 488 Pages
• Weight: 1.40 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 5.5" x 8.5"