Casey at the Bat

The book is a hardcover with a dust jacket that shows significant wear. The jacket has noticeable tears and edge wear, indicative of its age. The binding is intact, though the spine shows some wear. Internally, the pages are clean and free from inscriptions or library markings. Overall, this is a good reading copy with a worn but intact dust jacket.

"Casey at the Bat" by Ernest Lawrence Thayer is a classic piece of American poetry, brought to life with illustrations by Paul Frame. Published by Prentice-Hall, Inc. in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., this edition is a fifth printing from March 1968. This hardcover edition captures the timeless tale of baseball's most famous fictional player, Casey, in a visually engaging format. Thayer's poem, originally published in 1888, remains a staple in American literature, celebrated for its humor and narrative style. This edition, distinct with its vintage illustrations, offers a nostalgic glimpse into mid-20th-century book design. The book is in a hardcover format, with a dust jacket showing wear and tear, reflecting its age and journey through time. This edition is a cherished collectible for enthusiasts of sports literature and classic poetry.