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Winner of the SABR Seymour Medal Casey Award for Best Baseball Book of the Year by Spitball Magazine Winner of SABRs Larry Ritter and Robert Peterson Awards Buck ONeil once described him as Ty Cobb, Babe Ruth, and Tris Speaker rolled into one. Among experts he is regarded as the best player in Negro Leagues history. During his prime he became a legend in Cuba and one of Black Americas most popular figures. Yet even among serious sports fans, Oscar Charleston is virtually unknown today.In a long career spanning from 1915 to 1954, Charleston played against, managed, befriended, and occasionally fought men such as Lou Gehrig, Jimmie Foxx, Lefty Grove, Satchel Paige, Josh Gibson, Jesse Owens, Roy Campanella, and Branch Rickey. He displayed tremendous power, speed, and defensive instincts along with a fierce intelligence and commitment to his craft.While Charleston never played in the Major Leagues, he was a trailblazer who became the first Black man to work as a scout for a Major League team when Branch Rickey hired him to evaluate players for the Dodgers. Charlestons combined record as a player, manager, and scout makes him the most accomplished figure in Black baseball history. His mastery of the quintessentially American sport under the conditions of segregation revealed what was possible for Black achievement, bringing hope to millions. Oscar Charleston introduces readers to one of Americas greatest and most fascinating athletes.
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Oscar Charleston's life is a treasure trove of stories and insights into early baseball. The author's passion for the subject shines through, making it an enjoyable read from start to finish. If you love baseball, don’t miss this one!
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James O'Connor
A Gem of a Biography
Oscar Charleston's life is a treasure trove of stories and insights into early baseball. The author's passion for the subject shines through, making it an enjoyable read from start to finish. If you love baseball, don’t miss this one!
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James O'Connor
A Gem of a Biography
Oscar Charleston's life is a treasure trove of stories and insights into early baseball. The author's passion for the subject shines through, making it an enjoyable read from start to finish. If you love baseball, don’t miss this one!
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David Thompson
A Fascinating Read
I picked up 'The Life and Legend of Baseball's Greatest Forgotten Player' by Oscar Charleston and couldn't put it down! It dives deep into his life and career, revealing so much I never knew about baseball history. A must-read for any baseball fan!
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David Thompson
A Fascinating Read
I picked up 'The Life and Legend of Baseball's Greatest Forgotten Player' by Oscar Charleston and couldn't put it down! It dives deep into his life and career, revealing so much I never knew about baseball history. A must-read for any baseball fan!
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