Tony Castro est un historien éminent dont l'œuvre couvre les droits civiques et les figures sportives emblématiques. Son écriture est saluée pour son analyse perspicace et sa narration captivante, se concentrant souvent sur des individus et des moments cruciaux de l'histoire américaine. Castro relie habilement les événements historiques aux récits personnels, rendant ses livres accessibles tout en étant profondément enrichissants pour les lecteurs à la recherche d'une compréhension complète du passé.
The book presents a revisionist history exploring the friendship between two legendary Yankee players. It delves into their relationship, offering new insights and perspectives that challenge traditional narratives. Through engaging storytelling, the author reveals the complexities of their bond and the impact it had on their lives and careers, making it a compelling read for baseball enthusiasts and history buffs alike.
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This book brings to life the story of Mickey Mantle, presenting a fully- rounded portrait of a complex, misunderstood national hero. It includes never- before-published details from Mantle's widow and offers illuminating insight into his career using modern analytics, arguing that he should be... číst celé
The epic and true story of the Roger Maris and Mickey Mantle friendship, forever intertwined in baseball history thanks to the unforgettable 1961 season, when the two Yankee icons spurred each other to new heights in pursuit of Babe Ruth's home run record. Readers will journey into history, from the Yankees' blockbuster trade for Maris, whose acquisition re-ignited Mantle's career after a horrendous 1959 season, to the heroics of 1961 and far beyond. This dual biography is a thoroughly researched, emotionally gripping portrait that brings Yankees lore alive. -- adapted from inside front jacket flap
Exploring the intersection of faith and power, this narrative delves into Napoleon's profound fascination with the Shroud of Christ, revealing how it influenced his rule and bolstered his legitimacy. The story highlights his secret acquisition of the relic with Pope Pius VII's help, amidst the backdrop of the Napoleonic era that emerged from the chaos of the French Revolution. Through this unique lens, the book illustrates how Napoleon sought to forge religious and social harmony in France, ultimately intertwining his legacy with divine favor and the Catholic Church.
Set in the mid-twentieth century Bible Belt South, the story explores a forbidden love between a privileged white girl and a dark-skinned Latino boy, highlighting the stark racial divides of their time. Their innocent connection is encapsulated in a school waltz they are not allowed to share, symbolizing the societal constraints imposed on their relationship. The backdrop of their worlds reflects deep-rooted prejudices, while the boy's heritage as the grandson of a Mexican revolutionary adds layers to their struggle against discrimination.
Set in the summer of 1972, the narrative captures Senator Edward M. Kennedy reflecting on his family's legacy and the recent tragedies that shaped his political journey. As he addresses his audience, he emphasizes the importance of personal commitment to social improvement and urges them to challenge political systems, including his own party. This poignant moment intertwines personal history with a call to action, highlighting themes of hope, responsibility, and the enduring impact of the Kennedy family's ideals.
Named by Boston's NPR News Station as one of the Best Books of 2016 Just months before turning sixty, Ernest Hemingway headed for Spain to write a new epilogue for his bullfighting classic Death in the Afternoon, as well as an article for Life magazine. His hosts were Bill and Anne Davis, wealthy Americans in pursuit of the avant-garde life of the 1920s' post-war expatriatesat their historic villa, La Consula. This hacienda would become Hemingway's home during the most pivotal months of the Nobel Laureate's denouement, and Bill Davis would become his friend and bullfight-traveling companion. Looking for Hemingway explores that incredible friendship and offers a rare intimate look into the final period of the legendary author's life, giving comprehension not only of a writer's despair but of suicide as a not unreasonable conclusion to a blasted existence.