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The 1950s marked a transformative period in postwar American history. In baseball, one dynasty was the story during the decade. The New York Yankees played in eight World Series from 1950 to 1959, winning six of them. Yankees icon Joe DiMaggio retired following the 1951 season, but a new super star, Mickey Mantle, took over in Yankee Stadiums center field in 1952. Mantle, the powerful switchhitter who blasted tapemeasure home runs and was often tortured by leg ailments, became the number one box office draw in baseball. He was the American Leagues most valuable player in 1956 and 1957, putting together a triple crown season in 1956. Mantle came into baseball when television was just catching on, and with the Yankees reaching the World Series and appearing on national TV seemingly every season, he became the face of the game during the decade. Mantle joined with his pals, pitcher Whitey Ford and infielder Billy Martin, to form a hardpartying trio that would be a joy and a pain to management. The author of several books on the Yankees, David Fischer brings expertise and a knack for great storytelling to the saga of the most dominant decade in the annals of sport, set during a defining moment in U.S. history.
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I really wanted to love this book, but mine arrived with some pages having poor print quality. The text was hard to read in certain spots. The content is interesting, but it feels like a missed opportunity due to the print issues.
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Linda Chang
Great for Yankees Fans, but a Bit Dry
The book has some amazing insights about the Yankees' dominance, but I found some sections a bit slow. There's a lot of detail that might overwhelm casual readers. Still, the photos are great, and it’s perfect for die-hard fans.
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Carlos Martinez
A Fascinating Dive into History
I bought this book as a gift for my dad, and he loved every page of it! The stories about Mantle, Stengel, and Berra really capture the spirit of the Yankees in the 50s. It’s a must-read for any baseball fan, especially those who appreciate the legends of the game.
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