Baseball Joe on the Giants; or, Making Good as a Ball Twirler in the Metropolis: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
Baseball Joe on the Giants; or, Making Good as a Ball Twirler in the Metropolis: author and translator credits, catalogue synopsis, subjects and links to the Gutenberg reading formats.
Baseball Joe on the Giants; or, Making Good as a Ball Twirler in the Metropolis is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Chadwick, Lester (1873–1962).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Baseball Joe on the Giants; or, Making Good as a Ball Twirler in the Metropolis" by Lester Chadwick is a novel written in the early 20th century. The book follows the exciting exploits of Joe Matson, a talented young pitcher who faces challenges as he aims to establish himself in the professional baseball world, specifically with the New York Giants. Themes of ambition, courage, and camaraderie are central as Joe navigates the ups and downs of pursuing a career in the competitive sports arena. The opening of the story introduces Joe, who is practicing his pitching skills in the local gymnasium amidst the encouragement of his friends. He demonstrates various pitching techniques with pride but soon finds himself caught up in a dramatic situation involving the kidnapping of a baby by a madman. In a heroic effort, Joe takes charge, leading the rescue of the infant, showcasing his bravery and quick thinking. Following this incident, he learns of his opportunity to join the prestigious Giants, igniting excitement for his upcoming professional journey and setting the stage for further adventures.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Baseball Joe on the Giants; or, Making Good as a Ball Twirler in the Metropolis
- Author credits: Chadwick, Lester (1873–1962)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Baseball players -- Juvenile fiction
- Baseball stories
- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
- Diligence -- Juvenile fiction
- New York Giants (Baseball team) -- Juvenile fiction
- Success -- Juvenile fiction
- Theft -- Juvenile fiction
- Young men -- Conduct of life -- Juvenile fiction
Gutenberg collections
- Category: Adventure
- Category: American Literature
- Category: Children & Young Adult Reading
- Category: Novels
- Category: Sports/Hobbies
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