The Base-Stealer

This hardcover edition of "The Base-Stealer" is in fair condition. The dust jacket exhibits noticeable wear, including edge wear, consistent with its library use. The interior pages are clean, with a library stamp and a personal inscription on the dedication page. The binding remains intact, ensuring the book's durability for continued enjoyment or collection.

"The Base-Stealer" by M. G. Bonner, published by Alfred A. Knopf in New York, is a captivating sports fiction book first published in 1951. This particular edition is the seventh printing, released in August 1966. Illustrated by Bob Meyers, the book vividly captures the excitement and challenges of baseball through its engaging narrative and illustrations. M. G. Bonner, known for his engaging sports stories, brings to life the world of youthful adventure and athletic ambition. This copy, previously housed in the Oberon Junior High Library, features a library stamp and a dedication inscription, adding to its unique history. The book is in hardcover format, with the dust jacket showing some wear, typical for its age. This edition is a delightful find for collectors of sports literature and those interested in mid-20th-century youth fiction.