the Enduring Impact of the Negro Leagues on Modern Baseball and American Society features the stories of four families of major league players who are direct descendants of Negro Leaguers. More than 50 major league stars, coaches and others provide original reflection upon the many ways in which the Negro Leagues changed sports, America and the world.
This is a scholarly book about the Negro League. It contains chapters detailing the history of the league. It separates what we know from what we don’t know. It is lively and entertaining. The highlights are chapters that talk about current or recent Major League Baseball players who have relatives that played in the leagues.
The book is a good place to get quotes if you are doing a term paper. The Author was able to get really great interviews. It is a quick and entertaining read. The book is a welcome addition to anyone’s Baseball library.