Jimmy Kirkland and the Plot for a Pennant
Unraveling the Sinister Baseball Plot of the Early 20th CenturyBy Hugh S. Fullerton
Length5h 10m
About this audiobook
In "Jimmy Kirkland and the Plot for a Pennant," Hugh S. Fullerton intricately weaves a narrative that explores the intersection of sports, ambition, and morality. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century baseball, Fullerton employs a vibrant and engaging literary style, rich with colloquial dialogue and vivid descriptions of the game. The novel deftly captures the zeitgeist of American society during a pivotal era in sports, reflecting both the cultural significance of baseball and the personal aspirations of its characters. Autobiographical elements interspersed within the narrative offer a unique glimpse into the ethics of competition and the lengths individuals will go to for success in the cutthroat world of professional sports. Hugh S. Fullerton, a noted sports journalist and columnist, drew upon his extensive experience in the realm of sports to craft this novel. His firsthand encounters with baseball legends and his understanding of the sport's societal implications informed his portrayal of the characters' struggles and triumphs. Fullerton'Äôs passion for baseball not only shapes the narrative but also serves as a critique of the era's obsession with fame and fortune. "Jimmy Kirkland and the Plot for a Pennant" is a must-read for sports enthusiasts and literary aficionados alike. It offers a compelling story that transcends the realm of sport, delving into themes of integrity, ambition, and the human condition. This novel not only entertains but also prompts readers to consider the moral complexities inherent in the pursuit of success.
Audiobook details
GenreOther
Length5 hrs 10 mins
Narrated byListen with 1,000+ voices
FormateBook with Audio
Publish dateOct 4, 2023
LanguageEnglish
Table of contents
1Introduction
17Hidden Foes
2Adonis Makes a Deal
18Fair Play
3McCarthy Meets Helen
19A Victory and a Defeat
4In the Deeper Waters
20Kidnapped
5Baldwin Gets into the Plot
21THE MEN LEAPED OUT
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6Williams Caught in the Net
22Baiting a Trap
7McCarthy in Disgrace
23McCarthy Disappears
8McCarthy Defies Barney Baldwin
24Baldwin Shows His Hand
9Baldwin stared at the slender youth
25Searching
10McCarthy Balks the Plotters
26Williams Stands Exposed
11"Technicalities" on the Job
27Found
12Baldwin Baits a Trap
28A Race to Save the Day
13McCarthy Makes a Call
29"FOURTEEN MILES IN TWENTY-ONE MINUTES"
14The Fight in the Café
30The Plotters Foiled
15Two Missing Men
31Rejoicing
16Swanson to the Rescue
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