For the Love of the Boston Red Sox

by West Side Publishing

From the days of Babe Ruth to the present era of David Big Papi Ortiz, generations of baseball s most loyal and knowledgeable fans have cheered the exploits of the Boston Red Sox. For the Love of the Boston Red Sox traces this historic franchise s trials and triumphs -- its championship-rich early years and the long drought until its next World Series title -- keying in on the players and moments that have given the Red Sox their unique identity.

Published for the browser, For the Love of the Boston Red Sox is jam-packed with entertaining lore, including profiles of legendary Red Sox players like Cy Young, Ted Williams, Carl Yastrzemski, Wade Boggs, Carlton Pudge Fisk, Jim Rice, Manny Ramirez, Pedro Martinez, and Curt Schilling.

When you open For the Love of the Boston Red Sox, you'll find a treasure trove

Fascinating Red Sox anecdotes
Vintage Red Sox photos
Hilarious and poignant quotes from Red Sox players, managers, and owners
Entertaining Red Sox quizzes
Titillating Red Sox trivia

Penned by acclaimed sportswriter Saul Wisnia, this book shows you exactly why the Red Sox possess the most passionate fans in baseball. For the Love of the Boston Red Sox is the next-best thing to a seat at Fenway Park.

288 pages, Hardcover

First published November 1, 2008