Thurm

Memoirs of a Forever Yankee

De: Thurman Munson, Diana Munson - foreword, Marty Appel - contributor

Narrado por: Michael Butler Murray

Over forty years since Thurman Munson's death, Thurm: Memoirs of a Forever Yankee revives the life of the famous New York Yankees catcher. In collaboration with longtime Yankee historian Marty Appel, Munson chronicles in his own words his path to the majors, his career success, his approach to being the first team captain in nearly forty years since Lou Gehrig, the Yankees return to glory when they won the 1977 and 1978 World Series, the breakdown of his body as he gave his all to the sport, and his absolute dedication to his wife and children above all else.

Munson, the Ohio native who quickly rose to Yankee stardom, played in an age of Hall of Famers, including a competitive relationship with teammate Reggie Jackson, a fierce rivalry with Boston Red Sox catcher Carlton Fisk, and clashes with new owner George Steinbrenner on their way to championships. Munson shares further stories such as catching for pitchers Ron Guidry, Catfish Hunter, and Goose Gossage, who all later attributed their success to Munson behind the plate.

Appel's conclusion gracefully recounts Munson's tragic death at age thirty-two in the plane he was piloting and with Diana Munson writing the foreword, they reflect on the impact Munson left in baseball and in life and celebrate his timeless legacy.

©2023 Marty Appel and the Thurman Munson Estate (P)2023 Tantor

Thurm

Great story told by a great man.A legend discusses a legendary life.The consummate Yankee tells the consummateYankee story.

Many Sides to Thurman

Grew up in Bronx in 60’s and 70’s. You were only exposed to his surliness and what a great clutch player he was. This book showed many different facets of him. Really enjoyed it. And glad he sugarcoated nothing