Baseball History

The History of Baseball Along with Fascinating Facts & Unbelievably True Stories

By: Ace McCloud

Narrated by: Joshua Mackey

Length: 1 hr and 55 mins

Publisher's summary

Would you love to explore the incredible and exciting history of baseball?

Whether you want to (1) learn amazing and interesting facts about baseball history, (2) discover some of baseball's greatest events and stories, or (3) be thoroughly entertained as you learn how baseball has evolved over the years, this audiobook will give you everything you need to know.

Get an inside look at the game

This audiobook is about what makes baseball the sport it is today. We'll take you inside a game to see what individual players are thinking. Learn some of the early influences that have made the game what it is today.

Discover the greatest innovations to baseball

Baseball relies equally upon chance and skill. Find out what players have used over the years to improve their odds of success. Follow the struggle for advantage between pitchers and batters, offense and defense.

The Rich Culture of Baseball

Baseball is a sport rich in history, culture, and traditions. Gain both inspiration and a treasure of knowledge that add depth to the game. Learn some of the strategies that have made baseball so unpredictably fascinating.

Trace the Development of the Sport

Meet some of the interesting people who have contributed to the game. Learn from the ongoing legacy of practical innovation that has shaped baseball over its 100-plus years of history. Whatever your interest or level of knowledge, Baseball History will entertain, educate, and inspire you.

Discover the incredibly entertaining history of baseball.

Get inside the game: Buy It Now!

©2015 Ace McCloud (P)2016 Ace McCloud

Fun, Fast-Paced Look at Baseball History

Although I'm not a huge baseball nut, I thought this would be a fun and timely read as baseball season kicks into full gear. I was not disappointed. This book covers a huge amount of baseball history in a relatively short space, with a fun, conversational tone. As a casual baseball fan, I especially appreciated learning all about the traditions surrounding baseball. Now when I watch games, I feel like I have a whole new appreciation for what I'm seeing. I highly recommend this for casual and avid baseball fans alike.

Great baseball history lesson

Any additional comments?

So much great baseball history in this book. If you like baseball I am sure you will like this book!

"Take Me Out To the Baseball Game"

What made the experience of listening to Baseball History the most enjoyable?

The part of "Baseball" that made it most enjoyable was when Joshua said, "If you believe in yourself, your teammates will believe in you. If your teammates believe in you, then your coach will believe in you. If your coach believes in you, then you have a life-long ally." I just loved it because it tells that if you believe in yourself, others will believe in you too.

What did you like best about this story?

What I liked best about "Baseball" was when Ace said, "Keep your head in the game!" It's just important to think about what you are doing, and how you will do it.

Which scene was your favorite?

This book on baseball is basically a self-help book that helps you learn about the game, so there were no actual scenes.

Was there a moment in the book that particularly moved you?

What I really enjoyed best about this story is when baseball was explained the following way, "How those who want to learn the game can get inspiration by the examples of real players who have pursued a dream, watched their dream crumble before their eyes, and then persisted with dedication and hard work to attain success."

Great stories in Baseball History fun to listen to

This was a very enjoyable audio to listen to. It was full of all sorts of interesting facts and exciting stories. I liked how it told about the evolution of the game over time... from how people played to the evolution of the equipment itself. All sorts of fun facts are included such as how many stitches are in a baseball to who was the tallest player to ever play and who threw the fastest pitch in baseball history. If you enjoy baseball you will love this audio. Highly recommended!

Baseball history reviewed

The story of baseball is filled with a whole lot of interesting stories and facts! This book is a must-read for anyone who enjoys baseball and wants to know little facts and trivia that many people might not know. I recommend it for any baseball lover whether it's you or someone you need to buy a gift for!

Nothing Explains Better Than Baseball History!

Baseball is one of my favorite games and after listening to baseball audio book I decided to buy this book so as to know the game better. The audio book is very interesting and Joshua Mackey as usual delivers the message! Baseball is flexible enough to include any number of players in the field and cuts across any social and economic grouping. Its a controversial sport and spuns around all kinds of theories and news over the years. In the past,players used to make their own bats. Professional rules changed in the 1990's outlining bats with sort of flat ends and maximum diameter of 2.75 inches and bats have been revolving around those specifications. Chapter 2 on the history of baseball was my favorite,learnt so much from the history. Dont miss out on this stories,grab your copy now and have fun listening to the book. Kudos Ace!

Learned a lot & become more interested in baseball

What did you love best about Baseball History?

Having lived in Boston for 5.5 years, I didn't give myself the chance to attend a baseball game locally. This year, I decided to invest more time to learn more about this sport. This book gives me a thorough view on all aspects of baseball and playing this sport. I also enjoyed reading the strategy part of playing baseball. Although I don't see myself playing baseball in the future, the knowledge I have obtained from this book has helped me better understand baseball and how to watch baseball (something I have always wanted to do with my family) and analyze the players' moves, too. Overall, a great intro book!

Absolutely painful

Who is this for? Evidently for someone who knows nothing about the game. Even if that's the case, this hash of mismatched facts and misinformation is poorly laid out and often insulting. This "reads" like a high school book report. If you're even a casual fan, chances are you'll learn nothing. Even if you know very little about the game you'll probably find this work confusing. Moreover, the book's reader should have taken the time to learn the correct pronunciation of Nap Lajoie's name.