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The Dark Side of the Diamond: Gambling, Violence, Drugs and Alcoholism in the National Pastime
The Dark Side of the Diamond Gambling Violence Drugs and Alcoholism in the National Pastime
Author: Roger I. Abrams
Roger Abrams latest book discusses the vices of baseball and how they reflect American society. The Dark Side of the Diamond relates little-known parts of baseball history, presenting evidence of game-fixing and gambling dating to the mid-19th century. Cobb, Ruth, Mantle, Rose, and Bonds are both idols and flawed human beings. While baseball can...  more »
ISBN-13: 9781579401566
ISBN-10: 1579401562
Publication Date: 2/25/2008
Pages: 208
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Publisher: Rounder Books
Book Type: Hardcover
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