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The Classic New York Times Bestseller
The man who shattered Babe Ruth’s lifetime home run record, Henry “Hammering Hank” Aaron left his indelible mark on professional baseball and the world. But the world also left its mark on him.
I Had a Hammer is much more than the intimate autobiography of one of the greatest names in pro sports—it is a fascinating social history of twentieth-century America. With courage and candor, Aaron recalls his struggles and triumphs in an atmosphere of virulent racism. He relives the breathtaking moment when, in the heat of hatred and controversy, he hit his 715th home run to break Ruth’s cherished record—an accomplishment for which Aaron received more than 900,000 letters, many of them vicious and racially charged. And his story continues through the remainder of his milestone-setting, barrier-smashing career as a player and, later, Atlanta Braves executive—offering an eye-opening and unforgettable portrait of an incomparable athlete, his sport, his epoch, and his world.
ASIN : 0061373605
Publisher : Harper Perennial; Illustrated edition (May 23, 2007)
Language : English
Paperback : 496 pages
ISBN-10 : 9780061373602
ISBN-13 : 978-0061373602
Lexile measure : 1170L
Item Weight : 13.6 ounces
Dimensions : 5.31 x 1.24 x 8 inches
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Customers find the book fascinating, informative, and a wonderful read for any true baseball fan. They describe the story as interesting, delightful, and an eye-opening look into the struggle. Readers also mention that the author is forthright, thoughtful, and candid.
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