First Base Faulkner
A Small-Town Baseball Tale of Ambition and TeamworkBy Christy Mathewson
Length7h 17m
About this audiobook
In "First Base Faulkner," Christy Mathewson intricately weaves a fictional narrative around the life of an aspiring baseball player, capturing the essence of the early 20th-century American sports culture. Known for his clear and straightforward prose, Mathewson employs a deceptively simple style to vividly portray the emotional struggles, aspirations, and camaraderie that characterize the world of amateur baseball. The novel navigates through themes of ambition, loyalty, and the relentless pursuit of dreams, reflecting the social milieu of its time while embedding shades of humor and deep human connection. Christy Mathewson, one of baseball'Äôs early legends and Hall of Fame pitcher, drew on his own experiences within the sport to craft this narrative. Mathewson'Äôs worldview, shaped by his athletic career and personal commitment to sportsmanship, colored his depiction of baseball not merely as a game but as a vital aspect of American identity. His intimate understanding of the sport enriches the authenticity of the characters'Äô struggles and triumphs, allowing readers to resonate deeply with the themes presented in this captivating story. "First Base Faulkner" is highly recommended for both baseball enthusiasts and those intrigued by American literature's intersection with sports. Mathewson'Äôs unique voice presents a heartfelt homage to the game while bridging the gap between reader and player, making it an essential addition to both literary and sports collections.
Audiobook details
GenreOther
Length7 hrs 17 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateNov 5, 2021
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1CHAPTER I THE NEW HOME
14CHAPTER XIV A TRY-OUT AT FIRST
2CHAPTER II JOE LOOKS FOR WORK
15CHAPTER XV BUSTER DROPS OUT
3CHAPTER III AUNT SARAH IS SURPRISED
16CHAPTER XVI FOLEY IS WORRIED
4CHAPTER IV JOE FINDS A FRIEND
17CHAPTER XVII IN THE TWELFTH INNING
5CHAPTER V HOCKEY AND JUST TALK
18CHAPTER XVIII EMPTY BOXES
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6CHAPTER VI JOE HAS AN IDEA
19CHAPTER XIX JOE ACCEPTS A LOAN
7CHAPTER VII PARTNERS
20CHAPTER XX PURSUIT
8CHAPTER VIII MR. CHESTER YOUNG
21CHAPTER XXI ON THE WEST-BOUND
9CHAPTER IX IN THE BASEBALL CAGE
22CHAPTER XXII THE AMATEUR DETECTIVE
10CHAPTER X STRIKING A BALANCE
23CHAPTER XXIII “BATTER UP!”
11CHAPTER XI HANDSOME FRANK
24CHAPTER XXIV BUNCHED HITS
12CHAPTER XII OUTDOOR PRACTICE
25CHAPTER XXV A DOUBLE UNASSISTED
13CHAPTER XIII THE FIRST GAME
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