Field Work : On Baseball and Making a Living.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Forbes, Andrew D. W.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Baseball--Social aspects.

Baseball.

Labor.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (175 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

Prince Edward County : Assembly Press, 2025.

Summary:

Andrew Forbes presents a compelling collection of essays that intricately intertwine the themes of baseball and the nature of work. Drawing on his deep love and understanding of the sport, Forbes explores baseball's cultural significance, historical depth, and its connections to universal human experiences like resilience, identity, and labor. With a mix of historical anecdotes, personal reflections, and philosophical musings, the book offers insight into the lives of players and the labor dynamics within the sport, while also reflecting on broader societal themes. Written for baseball enthusiasts and readers interested in the intersection of sports, culture, and work, Forbes's essays are characterized by thoughtful prose and a unique perspective that elevates baseball as more than a game, presenting it as a lens to examine life's challenges and triumphs. Generated by AI.

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ISBN:

1-998336-16-6

OCLC:

1519991670