Here is the first in-depth account of the birth of black baseball and its dramatic passage from grass-roots venture to commercial enterprise. In the late nineteenth century resourceful black businessmen founded ball teams that became the Negro Leagues. Racial bias aside, they faced vast odds, from the need to court white sponsors to negotiating ball parks. With no blacks in cities, they barnstormed small towns to attract fans, employing all manner of gimmickry to rouse attention. Drawing on major newspapers and obscure ...
Read More
Here is the first in-depth account of the birth of black baseball and its dramatic passage from grass-roots venture to commercial enterprise. In the late nineteenth century resourceful black businessmen founded ball teams that became the Negro Leagues. Racial bias aside, they faced vast odds, from the need to court white sponsors to negotiating ball parks. With no blacks in cities, they barnstormed small towns to attract fans, employing all manner of gimmickry to rouse attention. Drawing on major newspapers and obscure African-American journals, the author explores the diverse forces that shaped minority baseball. He looks unflinchingly at prejudice in amateur and pro circles and constant inadequate press coverage. He assesses the impact of urbanization, migration, and the rise of northern ghettoes, and he applauds those bold innovators who forged black baseball into a parallel club that appealed to whites yet nurtured a uniquely African American playing style. This was black baseball's finest hour: at once a source of great ethnic pride and a hard won pathway for integration into the mainstream.
Read Less
Add this copy of Black Baseball Entrepreneurs, 1860-1901: Operating By to cart. $18.00, like new condition, Sold by Enterprise Books rated 3.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Chicago, IL, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Syracuse University Press.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Fine+ with no dust jacket. 0815629702. Book Very Fine, NO notes, names or ANYmarkings. Without a DJ, as issued by Syracuse? ; Sports And Entertainment; 222 pages.
Add this copy of Black Baseball Entrepreneurs, 1860-1901: Operating By to cart. $19.03, very good condition, Sold by Half Price Books Inc rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Dallas, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Syracuse University Press.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Very good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority!
Add this copy of Black Baseball Entrepreneurs, 1860-1901: Operating By to cart. $19.95, good condition, Sold by Goodwill rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Brooklyn Park, MN, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Syracuse University Press.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Good. This is a retired library book with typical wear/markings. May or may not have library stickers attached which will not be removed. Cover/Case has some rubbing and edgewear. Access codes, CD's, slipcovers and other accessories may not be included.
Add this copy of Black Baseball Entrepreneurs, 1860-1901: Operating By to cart. $19.97, good condition, Sold by The Book Cellar rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Nashua, NH, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Syracuse University Press.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Good. Size: 6x0x9; Some wear, but still a good reading copy. A portion of your purchase of this book will be donated to non-profit organizations. Over 1, 000, 000 satisfied customers since 1997! Choose expedited shipping (if available) for much faster delivery. Delivery confirmation on all US orders.
Add this copy of Black Baseball Entrepreneurs, 1860-1901: Operating by to cart. $23.08, like new condition, Sold by GreatBookPricesUK5 rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Castle Donington, DERBYSHIRE, UNITED KINGDOM, published 2003 by Syracuse University Press.
Choose your shipping method in Checkout. Costs may vary based on destination.
Seller's Description:
Fine. Trade paperback (US). Glued binding. 272 p. Contains: Illustrations. Sports and Entertainment. In Stock. 100% Money Back Guarantee. Brand New, Perfect Condition, allow 4-14 business days for standard shipping. To Alaska, Hawaii, U.S. protectorate, P.O. box, and APO/FPO addresses allow 4-28 business days for Standard shipping. No expedited shipping. All orders placed with expedited shipping will be cancelled. Over 3, 000, 000 happy customers.
Add this copy of Black Baseball Entrepreneurs, 1860-1901: Operating to cart. $35.30, good condition, Sold by Shootingstar Media rated 1.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Carpentersville, IL, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Syracuse University Press.
Add this copy of Black Baseball Entrepreneurs, 1860-1901: Operating By to cart. $41.50, like new condition, Sold by Pat Cramer,Bookseller rated 5.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Lewisville, TX, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Syracuse University Press.
Add this copy of Black Baseball Entrepreneurs, 1860-1901: Operating By to cart. $44.30, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Syracuse University Press.
Add this copy of Black Baseball Entrepreneurs, 1860-1901: Operating By to cart. $48.89, good condition, Sold by Bonita rated 4.0 out of 5 stars, ships from Newport Coast, CA, UNITED STATES, published 2003 by Syracuse University Press.
