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At age seventeen Joe Pepitone signed with the New York Yankees, and soon experts were predicting that he would be the teams next superstar. He could run, throw, and field, and he had a sweet home run swing.But during his twelve years in the major leagues Pepitone devoted most of his energy to swinging off the field. He blew his career, destroyed two marriages, lost custody of three children, and came very close to a nervous breakdown. At the age of thirtythree he quit baseball for good and finally admitted that for most of his life, hed been living a lie. Hed been acting the carefree clown in order to cover up immense inner pain.In Joe, You Coulda Made Us Proud, first published in 1975, Pepitone reveals what was behind his wild behavior. He does so in the most devastatingly honest terms, holding back none of the embarrassment, anguish, and guilt that perpetually haunted him. He tells of the father he loved so much, Willie Pep Pepitone, the toughest man in a tough Brooklyn neighborhood. Obsessed with making Joe a baseball star, Willie beat his son when he failed to meet expectations. One night, enraged at his father, Joe said, MomI wish hed die! Willie died the next day.Along with pain, the book has plenty of humor. Pepitone tells of partying with Frank Sinatra and Mickey Mantle, carousing with groupies and hookers, and living the life of a famous ballplayer in the sixties and seventies.One of the most moving, honest, and hilarious books ever written by an athlete, Joe, You Coulda Made Us Proud was selected by Esquire magazine as one of the 20 best baseball books ever.Skyhorse Publishing, as well as our Sports Publishing imprint, are proud to publish a broad range of books for readers interested in sportsbooks about baseball, pro football, college football, pro and college basketball, hockey, or soccer, we have a book about your sport or your team.Whether you are a New York Yankees fan or hail from Red Sox nation; whether you are a diehard Green Bay Packers or Dallas Cowboys fan; whether you root for the Kentucky Wildcats, Louisville Cardinals, UCLA Bruins, or Kansas Jayhawks; whether you route for the Boston Bruins, Toronto Maple Leafs, Montreal Canadiens, or Los Angeles Kings; we have a book for you. While not every title we publish becomes a New York Times bestseller or a national bestseller, we are committed to publishing books on subjects that are sometimes overlooked by other publishers and to authors whose work might not otherwise find a home.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'Joe, You Coulda Made Us Proud'? A: The book explores Joe Pepitone's tumultuous life, focusing on his rise and fall as a professional baseball player, the impact of his father's expectations, and his personal struggles with identity and mental health.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Joe, You Coulda Made Us Proud' is Joe Pepitone, a former professional baseball player known for his time with the New York Yankees.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does the book contain? A: The book contains 272 pages.
- Q: When was 'Joe, You Coulda Made Us Proud' published? A: The book was published on May 12, 2015.
- Q: Is this book suitable for young readers? A: While the book contains humor and engaging stories, it also discusses serious themes such as mental health and personal struggles, making it more suitable for mature audiences.
- Q: What genre does this book fall under? A: The book falls under the genre of sports memoir and autobiography.
- Q: Can you provide a brief overview of Joe Pepitone's career? A: Joe Pepitone had a notable career in Major League Baseball, primarily with the New York Yankees, and was known for his skills as a player, though he faced personal challenges that affected his career.
- Q: What kind of stories can readers expect in this memoir? A: Readers can expect a mix of poignant and humorous anecdotes, including Pepitone's experiences with celebrities, his struggles with fame, and the pressures of living up to his father's expectations.
- Q: Is there any specific audience this book targets? A: The book targets sports enthusiasts, particularly baseball fans, and those interested in personal stories of struggle and resilience.