Description
Baseball Humor a Collection of Stories from Master Storytellers is a delightful anthology that captures the lighter side of America’s pastime. This collection, featuring 14 charming and rib-tickling tales originally published in the 1910s and 1920s, offers a nostalgic glimpse into an era when baseball was the dominant professional sport and a significant part of everyday life. The stories cover a range of human emotions and experiences, from the struggles and quirks of players and managers to the passions and antics of fans and their families.
The lineup of authors includes literary giants like P.G. Wodehouse, Zane Grey, and Grantland Rice, among others, all of whom bring their unique flair to the game. The stories are not just about baseball; they are timeless yarns that explore universal themes of ambition, greed, romance, and humor. Whether it’s the hilarious “The Pitcher and the Plutocrat” by Wodehouse or the entertaining “The Red-Headed Outfield” by Grey, each tale is a joy to read, even for those who may not be die-hard baseball fans. The beauty of this collection lies in its ability to appeal to a broad audience through well-crafted storytelling.
What stands out is the collection’s ability to transport readers back to a time when baseball truly was the national pastime. The anecdotes, whether funny or heartwarming, offer a wonderful feel for how the game was intricately woven into the fabric of daily life. The humor in the stories is both lighthearted and insightful, poking fun at the idiosyncrasies of the sport and its enthusiasts.
In addition to the written version, the narrated edition, performed by Ward Paxton, adds another layer of enjoyment.
It was thoroughly enjoyable, taking a step back in time and listening to the stories of Baseball. The author does a great job in reliving baseball humor and larger than life characters.
HonestReviews – March 29, 2024
When listening to the audio version of the book, the author does a wonderful job in narrating the stories as if you were there back in time. The language used and the description of everything makes you feel as if you were right there, in the stadium, or with each character and their story.
Whether you’re a baseball fan or not, I would highly recommend this read or audiobook.
Ward Paxton 