What’s on Second: A literary recap

March 7, 2011

The topic on the March 7 Internet broadcast of What’s on Second was the early history of the game, featuring guest John Thorn, newly-appointed as official historian for Major League Baseball. In addition to his book — Baseball in the Garden of Eden: The Secret History of the Early Game, books mentioned on the program included:

If possible, get the audio version of The Glory of Their Times for an authentic flavor from the men who played the game.

UPDATE: You can listen to the March 7 episode here.

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