The Ballplayers: Baseball's Ultimate Biographical Reference

This hardcover first edition of The Ballplayers is in good condition. The dust jacket shows minor wear with slight edge creasing but remains intact. The binding is strong, and the pages are clean and free from inscriptions or library markings. Overall, it is a well-preserved copy suitable for collectors and baseball enthusiasts.

The Ballplayers: Baseball's Ultimate Biographical Reference, edited by Mike Shatzkin, is a comprehensive guide to the players who have shaped the history of baseball. Published by Arbor House / William Morrow in New York in 1990, this hardcover first edition stands out as an essential reference for baseball enthusiasts and historians alike. With contributions from managing editor Stephen Hiltje and picture editors Mark Rucker and John Thorn, the book offers detailed biographies that cover the lives and careers of numerous baseball legends. This edition is particularly notable for its thoroughness and accuracy, making it a valuable addition to any sports library. The book is in good condition, with a dust jacket showing minor wear and slight edge creasing. This edition's scarcity in the market enhances its appeal to collectors and fans of the sport.