You Know me Al: A Busher's Letters

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Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century baseball, the story follows Jack Keefe, an inexperienced pitcher for the Chicago White Sox, as he navigates his career and romantic pursuits. Through a series of humorous and candid letters to his friend Al, Keefe reveals his personality and aspirations, often justifying his choices with the phrase "You know me Al." This centennial edition celebrates the book's enduring exploration of human nature beyond the sport, praised by critics for its lasting literary significance.