Peter Schilling Book order

Peter Schilling, Jr.'s deeply felt assessment of Carl Barks's Donald Duck, one of the all-time great comics classics.

Set against the backdrop of the 1944 baseball season, the narrative follows Bill Veeck, a determined promoter who, after losing a leg in Guadalcanal, purchases the Philadelphia Athletics. Eager for a championship, he makes the bold decision to replace the team's white players with stars from the Negro Leagues, creating a legendary team. The story delves into the behind-the-scenes adventures and unique characters that shaped this remarkable season, presenting an engaging and spirited account of a pivotal moment in baseball history.