Synopsis
The Chicago White Sox takes a look at the team's long, interesting history, from the scandal of 1919 to aliens landing in Comiskey Park to their thrilling victory in the 2005 World Series. Personalities such as Ozzie Guillen, Bill Veck, Shoeless Joe Jackson, Frank Thomas and Paul Konerko and others are highlighted, as are some of their very interesting uniforms. This book is part of the Team Spirit series.
Children's Literature
Winning the first American League Pennant in 1901 is not what most baseball fans and even historians focus on. It is the disgrace put upon the team in 1919 by eight White Sox players who conspired with gamblers to throw the World Series. Movies and books abound to tell the story of this moment in baseball history. Author Mark Stewart does not gloss over this moment in White Sox memory, nor does he dwell on it. Winning the 2005 World Series is how the Sox will be remembered in recent history. As with other books in the "Team Spirit" series, the author writes not only about the players but about the stadiums and the sport itself. For many younger readers the many but varied sections will keep them interested in the story of this interesting team. Numerous photographs do an excellent job of enhancing the information provided within the text. A good addition to any library nonfiction collection.