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The book captures the rich tradition of town team baseball in eastern Iowa, particularly highlighting its significance from the early 1900s through the post-World War II era. It explores the rise of semi-pro teams in small rural towns, peaking in popularity during the late 1940s to the 1980s. Through engaging anecdotes and personal stories, it reflects on the nostalgia and community spirit surrounding the game, showcasing how it has remained a competitive yet cherished aspect of local culture despite declining attendance.
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Small Town Baseball Big League Dreams, Bob Meyer
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- Released
- 2012
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- Title
- Small Town Baseball Big League Dreams
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Bob Meyer
- Publisher
- Penguin Random House LLC
- Released
- 2012
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 212
- ISBN13
- 9780615654751
- Category
- Sport
- Description
- The book captures the rich tradition of town team baseball in eastern Iowa, particularly highlighting its significance from the early 1900s through the post-World War II era. It explores the rise of semi-pro teams in small rural towns, peaking in popularity during the late 1940s to the 1980s. Through engaging anecdotes and personal stories, it reflects on the nostalgia and community spirit surrounding the game, showcasing how it has remained a competitive yet cherished aspect of local culture despite declining attendance.