9 books
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8 voters
Listopia > Josh's votes on the list Best Baseball Novels of All Time (6 Books)
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The last man is out
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"An almost unknown work that anticipated the role of SABRmetrics and computers in the game. It's not a *happy* story, but it is exceedingly well told."
Josh
rated it 5 stars
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The Natural
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"One of the greatest baseball tales told with full understanding of the human condition. No fantasy required."
Josh
rated it 5 stars
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Shoeless Joe
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"If you build it, he will come. Iconic Americana, with a heavy dose of fantasy."
Josh
rated it 5 stars
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The Shortstop
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Brittle Innings
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"A brilliant piece of fantasy set in a minor league ball club."
Josh
rated it 5 stars
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Ruth Marini World Series Star
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"This is not as well crafted as some that will come after it, but it and its sequels tell an important story of hope for the future of women in major league baseball."
Josh
rated it 4 stars
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