Publisher's Synopsis
""A Ball Player's Career"" is a memoir written by Adrian C. Anson, a prominent American baseball player who played for over 20 years in the late 19th century. In this book, Anson shares his personal experiences and reminiscences of his career, including his early days playing amateur baseball, his time as a professional player in various leagues, and his leadership as captain of the Chicago White Stockings (now the Chicago Cubs). Anson provides vivid descriptions of the games he played and the players he competed against, including notable figures such as Cap Anson, King Kelly, and John Montgomery Ward. He also shares insights into the business side of baseball, discussing issues such as player contracts, team finances, and the politics of the game.Throughout the book, Anson reflects on the changes that occurred in baseball during his career, from the introduction of new rules and equipment to the emergence of new teams and leagues. He also offers his opinions on the state of the game and its future prospects.Overall, ""A Ball Player's Career"" provides a fascinating glimpse into the world of baseball during the late 19th century, as seen through the eyes of one of its most accomplished players.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
