Title
You Gotta Have Wa
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A Hilarious, Informative, And Riveting Account Of Japanese Baseball And The Cultural Clashes That Ensued When Americans Began Playing There Professionally.In Japan, Baseball Is A Way Of Life. It Is A Philosophy. It Is Besuboru. Its Most Important Element Is Wagroup Harmonyembodied In The Proverb The Nail That Sticks Up Shall Be Hammered Down. In This Witty And Incisive Book, Robert Whiting Gives Us A Closeup Look At Besuboru'S Teams, Obsessive Ritualism, And History, As Seen Through The Eyes Of American Players Who Found The Japanese Approachrigorous Pregame Practices, The Tolerance For Tie Games, Injured Pitchers Encouraged To Pitch Through The Paincompletely Baffling. With Vivid Accounts Of East Meeting West, Involving Babe Ruth, Ichiro Suzuki, Bobby Valentine, Japanese Home Run King Sadaharu Oh, And Many Others, This Lively And Completely Unique Book Is An Utter Gem And Baseball Classic.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is 'You Gotta Have Wa' about? A: 'You Gotta Have Wa' is a book by Robert Whiting that explores Japanese baseball and the cultural differences encountered when American players began to play professionally in Japan. It provides insights into the philosophy of baseball in Japan, particularly the concept of 'wa,' which emphasizes group harmony.
- Q: Who is the author of 'You Gotta Have Wa'? A: The author of 'You Gotta Have Wa' is Robert Whiting, an acclaimed writer known for his works on Japanese culture and baseball.
- Q: When was 'You Gotta Have Wa' published? A: 'You Gotta Have Wa' was published on March 24, 2009.
- Q: What is the binding type of this book? A: The book 'You Gotta Have Wa' is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'You Gotta Have Wa' have? A: 'You Gotta Have Wa' contains a total of 416 pages.
- Q: Is 'You Gotta Have Wa' a new book? A: 'You Gotta Have Wa' is listed as 'New.' It is in excellent condition and has not been previously owned.
- Q: What edition of the book is available? A: 'You Gotta Have Wa' is available in a revised edition.
- Q: What is the primary theme of the book? A: The primary theme of 'You Gotta Have Wa' revolves around the cultural clashes and the unique rituals of Japanese baseball, as experienced by American players.
- Q: Can I get insights into famous players in this book? A: 'You Gotta Have Wa' features vivid accounts of notable baseball players such as Babe Ruth, Ichiro Suzuki, and Sadaharu Oh, showcasing their experiences and the cultural differences in baseball.
- Q: What can I expect in terms of writing style? A: The writing style of 'You Gotta Have Wa' is described as witty and incisive, making it an engaging read for both baseball fans and those interested in cultural studies.