Now wait a minute, Casey!

This first edition hardcover is an ex-library copy, bearing a stamp from the Public Library in Hooker, Oklahoma. The book is protected by a dust jacket, which appears to be covered for preservation. The overall condition suggests typical wear expected from library circulation, though specific details about the jacket's condition are not visible.

"Now wait a minute, Casey!" by Maury Allen is a detailed account of the history of the New York Mets, first published by Doubleday & Company, Inc. in 1965. This first edition, printed in Garden City, New York, delves into the early years of the Mets, capturing the essence of the team's development under the legendary Casey Stengel. Maury Allen, a respected sportswriter, provides an insider's view, making this book a significant piece for baseball historians and fans alike. This edition is a former library copy with a stamp from the Public Library in Hooker, Oklahoma, adding a unique provenance to its history. The book is bound in hardcover, typical of its time, and is protected by a dust jacket. While no ISBN is visible, this first edition is a collectible item for enthusiasts of baseball history and New York Mets lore.