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Ted Williams, Bobby Doerr, Dom DiMaggio, and Johnny Pesky were all members of the famed 1940's Boston Red Sox. Their legendary careers led the Red Sox to a pennant championship and ensured the men a place in sports history. David Halberstam, the bestselling author of the baseball classic Summer of '49, has followed the members of the 1949 championship Boston Red Sox team for years, especially Williams, Doerr, DiMaggio, and Pesky. In this extremely moving book, Halberstam reveals how these four teammates became friends, and how that friendship thrived for more than 60 years. The book opens with Pesky and DiMaggio travelling to see the ailing Ted Williams in Florida. It's the last time they will see him. The journey is filled with nostalgia and memories, but seeing Ted is a shock. The most physically dominating of the four friends, Ted now weighs only 130 pounds and is hunched over in a wheelchair. Dom, without even thinking about it, starts to sing opera and old songs like 'Me and My Shadow' to his friend. Filled with stories of their glory days with the Boston Red Sox, memories of legendary plays and players, and the reaction of the remaining three to Ted Williams' recent death, The Teammates offers us a rare glimpse into the lives of these celebrated menand great insight into the nature of loyalty and friendship.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Teammates: A Portrait of a Friendship'? A: The main theme of the book is the enduring friendship between four legendary Boston Red Sox players—Ted Williams, Bobby Doerr, Dom DiMaggio, and Johnny Pesky—highlighting how their bond persisted over more than 60 years.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Teammates'? A: The author of 'The Teammates: A Portrait of a Friendship' is David Halberstam, a bestselling author known for his works on sports and American culture.
- Q: What can readers expect in terms of storytelling in this book? A: Readers can expect a deeply moving narrative filled with nostalgic memories, personal stories, and insights into the lives of the players, particularly focusing on their experiences and the impact of Ted Williams' death.
- Q: Is 'The Teammates' a biography or a memoir? A: 'The Teammates' is primarily classified as a biography, as it chronicles the lives and friendships of the four baseball players, though it also includes memoir-like elements through personal anecdotes.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Teammates'? A: The book was published on May 14, 2003.
- Q: How many pages does 'The Teammates' have? A: 'The Teammates: A Portrait of a Friendship' contains 222 pages.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: 'The Teammates' is available in hardcover binding, which offers durability and a premium feel.
- Q: Is 'The Teammates' suitable for readers who are not baseball fans? A: Yes, while the book focuses on baseball players, it also delves into themes of friendship, loyalty, and human connection, making it appealing to a broader audience.
- Q: Does the book contain any photographs or illustrations? A: The book is primarily text-based and does not focus on photographs or illustrations, instead emphasizing storytelling and personal accounts.
- Q: What edition of 'The Teammates' is available? A: The currently available edition of 'The Teammates' is the First Edition.