Titles by Susan Slusser

<div>Throughout their history, the Oakland Athletics have been one of the most audacious and individual franchises in all of baseball. As the longtime radio voice of the A&#39;s, Ken Korach has called countless improbable, unforgettable moments. As the <em>San Francisco Chronicle&#39;s</em> veteran beat reporter, Susan Slusser has become the preeminent scribe of the A&#39;s modern era. Both have witnessed more than their share of team history up close and personal. In<em> If These Walls Could Talk: Oakland A&#39;s</em>, Korach and Slusser provide insight into the A&#39;s inner sanctum as only they can. Readers will gain the perspective of players, coaches, and front office executives in times of greatness as well as defeat, making for a keepsake no fan will want to miss.</div>

<div>With traditions, records, and team lore, this lively, detailed book explores the personalities, events, and facts every Athletics fan should know. This guide to all things A&#39;s covers the team&rsquo;s history in Oakland since the franchise moved there in 1968, including the Charlie O. Finley dynasty years, the &ldquo;Earthquake Series&rdquo; and rivalry with the San Francisco Giants, and the team&rsquo;s four World Series titles in Oakland. Author Susan Slusser has collected every essential piece of A&#39;s knowledge and trivia, including Billy Beane and <em>Moneyball</em>, Stomper, the &ldquo;Bash Brothers,&rdquo; and Josh Donaldson, as well as must-do activities, and ranks them from 1 to 100, providing an entertaining and easy-to-follow checklist for fans of all ages.</div>