Lefty o' the bush: Classic Book Guide and Free Edition
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Lefty o' the bush is catalogued by Project Gutenberg with author credits for Standish, Burt L. (1866–1945).
Catalogue synopsis
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"Lefty o' the Bush" by Burt L. Standish is a sports novel written in the early 20th century. It centers around the intense rivalry in minor league baseball, particularly between the teams of Bancroft and Kingsbridge. The story highlights the fast-paced emotions and stakes that accompany a small-town baseball season, focusing on the character of Tom Locke, a rookie pitcher whose performance has a significant impact on the local fans and rivalries. At the start of the book, we are introduced to the eager anticipation surrounding the opening game of the Northern League season in Kingsbridge, a mill town filled with passionate baseball fans. The opening chapter sets the stage with the Bancroft "Bullies" manager Mike Riley observing the tensions between the two teams, particularly toward Locke, the unknown pitcher for Kingsbridge. The community’s hopes are pinned on Locke, who initially struggles under the pressure and jeering from the crowd, leading to doubts about his abilities. However, as the narrative unfolds, Locke gradually finds his footing on the mound, causing a shift in the crowd's perception and foreshadowing his potential to become a local hero amid the fierce rivalry.
Book and edition facts
- Title: Lefty o' the bush
- Author credits: Standish, Burt L. (1866–1945)
- Catalogue language: English
Catalogue subjects
- Baseball -- Juvenile fiction
- Baseball stories
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- Category: American Literature
- Category: Novels
- Category: Sports/Hobbies
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