
But I think this one won't have a problem. Nope. First, we have Jim Burke's illustrations which are an alluring combination of historical and vivid action, calculated to grab any baseball-minded reader without them immediately thinking "oh, it's some old book." Second, we have Jane Yolen. Her lovely language and excellent turns of phrase are evident here, but her language is carved down to its strong fundamentals and strongly bulwarked with the facts and stats that sports fans love. Parents will be pleased to see a "celebrity," even one long dead, who's a real role model, unlike many sports figures today. Kids will just be fascinated by Honus Wagner's impressive records and triumph over poverty, illness, and his own shortcomings.
Verdict: I'm looking forward to handing this one to sports fans - I think it's going to be a success!
ISBN: 978-0399246616; Published March 2010 by Philomel; Review copy provided by publisher through Raab Associates

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This looks like a home run! I can see it paired with the Gutman book, Honus and Me. I can't wait to get my hands on it. Thanks for the review.
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