Shortened Seasons: The Untimely Deaths of Major League Baseball's Stars and Journeymen
In Fran Zimniuch's book,Shortened Seasons,there is more than a measure of sweet sorrow. Sweet because the loss of someone you love offers the chance to tap into the deep feelings you had for them, feelings you may not have known were hidden in the folds of your heart and soul. His new book revives the imnages of baseball heroes who died too soon. I hope that for you, as for me, this book will not be a funeral, but a celebration of life." (Larry Dierker, former Major League pitcher, manager, and broadcaster, and author ofThis Ain't Brain SurgeryandMy Team)Shortened Seasonsis a great read. It reminds us that professional athletes, no matter how high a pedestal we, or the media, place them on, are only human and are subject to the same life rules as the rest of society. (Mike Schmidt, Hall of Fame third baseman and author ofClearing the Bases)You don't have to be a baseball fan to appreciateShortened Seasonsby Fran Zimniuch. It's a heartfelt glimpse into success and tragedy, but most of all it provides perspective on our sometimes triumphant, sometimes fragile journey around the bases. (Larry Colton, former Major League pitcher and author ofGoat Brothersand Pulitzer-Prize nominatedCounting Coup)