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Larry Tye's meticulously researched biography of baseball player and showman Satchel Paige, known as the 'Paige of the Negro Leagues'. Tye's work includes tracking down true stories of Negro Leaguers, Major Leaguers, and family and friends of Paige. This biography retraces Paige's steps across the continent, showcasing Paige's impact on baseball history and its integration. Tye provides unprecedented detail on Paige's career, including his nickname, work as a railroad porter, and his rise to Major League fame. The book also covers his impact on the Cleveland Indians and his role in integration.
First publish date: 2009
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: Larry Tye
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