"Published in 1914, Busting 'Em was the first of three books credited to Ty Cobb the author. In fact it was ghostwritten by John N. Wheeler, who also penned Christy Mathewson's Pitching in a Pinch." "The book fascinates with its insights into Cobb as a public figure. The reader is presented Cobb's explanation of the beating incident at Hilltop Park, the Baker spiking, and his contentious relationship with teammates. His thoughts - or those he sanctioned - of umpires, his contemporaries, crowds, and strategy are made plain." This book, long out of print and increasingly hard to find, is essential reading for those who would understand Cobb's awareness of and investment in the shape of his public image. More Reviews and Recommendations Editorial Reviews - Busting 'Em and Other Big League Stories From the Publisher
"Published in 1914, Busting 'Em was the first of three books credited to Ty Cobb the author. In fact it was ghostwritten by John N. Wheeler, who also penned Christy Mathewson's Pitching in a Pinch." "The book fascinates with its insights into Cobb as a public figure. The reader is presented Cobb's explanation of the beating incident at Hilltop Park, the Baker spiking, and his contentious relationship with teammates. His thoughts - or those he sanctioned - of umpires, his contemporaries, crowds, and strategy are made plain." This book, long out of print and increasingly hard to find, is essential reading for those who would understand Cobb's awareness of and investment in the shape of his public image. Loading... Features - Busting 'Em and Other Big League Stories Table of Contents Table of Contents Editors' Note1Introduction3IBusting 'Em7IIThe Effect of Crowds on Big Leaguers23IIISizing Up the Pitchers36IVInside Stuff About the "Umps"50VBig League Bosses and Their Methods64VIFacing Tough Breaks in the Big Leagues80VIIThe Brainiest Men in Baseball94VIIIBig League Base Running109IXMaking a Big League Hitter123XTragedies of the Diamond139XIIs Baseball a Good Profession?154XIIOff the Field with the Big League Players169Index183
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