Ball Four
by Jim Bouton
Ball Four by Jim Bouton holds a well received rating of 3.99 out of 5, based on 12.8K reader ratings. First published in 1970. The book spans 504 pages.
About Ball Four
Twentieth-anniversary edition of a baseball classic, with a new epilogue by Jim Bouton.When first published in 1970, Ball Four stunned the sports world. The commissioner, executives, and players were shocked. Sportswriters called author Jim Bouton a traitor and "social leper." Baseball commissioner Bowie Kuhn tried to force him to declare the book untrue. Fans, however, loved the book. And serious critics called it an important social document. Today, Jim Bouton is still not invited to Oldtimer's Days at Yankee Stadium. But his landmark book is still being read by people who don't ordinarily follow baseball.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Jim Bouton |
| Published | 1970 |
| Pages | 504 |
| Genres | Sports, Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir, Biography & Memoir, History |
| Average Rating | 3.99 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 12,805 |
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What genre is Ball Four?
Ball Four is categorized as Sports, Non-Fiction, Biography & Memoir, Biography & Memoir. Its primary genre classification is Biography & Memoir.
Is Ball Four worth reading?
Based on 12.8K reader ratings, Ball Four has an average score of 3.99 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received."
How many pages is Ball Four?
Ball Four has 504 pages. It is a longer read suited for dedicated readers.
Who wrote Ball Four?
Ball Four was written by Jim Bouton. It was first published in 1970.
What is the ISBN for Ball Four?
The ISBN-13 for Ball Four is 9780020306660.0.
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