Buck Ewing
Subtitle: a baseball biography
By: Roy Kerr
Publisher: McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers
Published: 2012
Place of publication: Jefferson, NC
Language: eng
ISBN-13: 9780786469482
Subjects: Cleveland Spiders (Baseball team); Baseball players; Biography; History
Description: "Buck Ewing (1859-1906), regarded by contemporaries as the greatest catcher / all-around player of his era, is virtually forgotten today. Was criticized by fellow players for negotiating contracts directly with the National League and accused of faking injuries. Book explores his life and career, shedding new light on one of baseball's most talented, versatile players"--Provided by publisher.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references and index.