Richie Ashburn Remembered
by Fran Zimniuch
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Author: Fran ZimniuchEdition: Hardcover
Audio: English (Original Language); English (Unknown); English (Published)
Published: 2005-04-01
ISBN: 1582618976
Number of pages: 128
Publisher: Sports Publishing LLC
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Book Review: A wonderful tribute to a wonderful player
Summary: 5 Stars
This really does show the life of Ashburn. The letter from Harry Kalas in the beginning will bring tears to your eyes. Anyone who is a Phille Phan, or an Ashburn "historian" needs to have this book in their collection! I love it!
Summary of Richie Ashburn Remembered
Richie Ashburn Remembered takes an inside look at this beloved ballplayer, announcer, and writer. Learn about the personal side of this icon in this behind-the-scenes look at the winner of two batting championships with a lifetime .308 batting average who has his spot in the Baseball Hall of Fame.This book takes an inside look at this favorite adopted son of Philadelphia through the eyes of some former teammates including Robin Roberts, Putsy Cabalero, Don Zimmer, and Bob Miller. Baseball personalities such as Willie Mays, Hank Aaron, Carl Erskine, Mike Schmidt, Tim McCarver, and others also share their memories of "Whitey."
In addition to sharing his memories of Richie Ashburn, his dear friend and fellow member of the Baseball Hall of Fame, Phillies long time broadcaster Harry Kalas, has penned a poignant foreword for his broadcasting pal.
Richie Ashburn Remembered will make the city of Philadelphia fall in love with Richie Ashburn all over again and keep his memory alive and eternal for all fans, young and old. Move over, Ben Franklin. This Philadelphia icon may be gone but will never be forgotten.
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