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Apr
12
Tony Castro- "Gehrig and the Babe"
Tony Castro
Chevalier's Books
126 N. Larchmont Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90004
323-465-1334
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Thursday, April 12, 2018 - 7:00pm
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Gehrig and the Babe
Gehrig and the Babe ›
By Tony Castro

Cloth

ISBN 9781629372518

Published Apr 2018

<p><b>A revealing look at the complex relationship between two baseball legends.</b></p><p>Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig: their legendary achievements are undeniable hallmarks of baseball history. But what about their relationship away from the field? Tony Castro explores the dynamic between these American icons, revealing their stark differences and the forces that drove them apart.</p><p>Discover the untold story of a friendship fractured by fame and rivalry. <i>Gehrig and the Babe</i> delves into their Yankees glory years, the enduring feud that chilled their interactions, and the moment their silence broke on July 4, 1939. This is a story of:</p><ul><li>The Black Sox Scandal&#39;s impact on baseball</li><li>The cultural landscape of the Roaring &#39;20s and the Great Depression</li><li>The personal lives and struggles of two extraordinary athletes</li></ul><p>For baseball fans and history enthusiasts, this is a gripping account of two legends whose legacies continue to captivate.</p>