Illustrated History Of The Dodgers
by Richard Whittingham
Hardcover, 296/304 pages
Retail: $29.95

Illustrated History Of The Dodgers
A Visual Celebration of Baseball's Beloved Franchise
No Dodger Fan should be without this book (perfect gift)

This newly updated book look at the Dodgers vividly tells the story from the early days in Brooklyn to the life in L.A. where the franchise continued its excellence through the years to its current division-leading ways.

Whittingham vividly tells the entire story of the Los Angeles Dodgers, from the team's early day in Brooklyn to the legendary Boys of Summer to the cross-country move in 1958 to the ensuing string of pennants and championships that has defined the franchise in recent decades. Richly illustrated with hundreds of photos and captivating story-telling, this book takes fans from Jackie Robinson to Orel Herschiser, from Walter O'Malley to Tommy Lasorda. Relive the moments that Kirk Gibson, Duke Snider, Sandy Koufax, Fernando Valenzuela and Hideo Nomo made unforgettable and historic.

Product Description
This richly illustrated book is a magnificent salute to one of the most successful and popular baseball teams in the history of professional sports. The story begins in Brooklyn in the 19th century, spans the first half of the 20th, and focuses on the five decades during which the Dodgers have called Los Angeles their home. The tale culminates with the Dodgers' dramatic capture of the 2004 National League West title. It includes exciting accounts of all the important games and championship seasons and is packed with in-depth profiles of the most memorable players, managers, coaches, and figures from every era.

From the Inside Flap
With names like Koufax, Drysdale, Garvey, Lasorda, Valenzuela, and Gibson gracing the familiar blue-and-white uniform over the years, the Los Angeles Dodgers have become one of the most successful and beloved franchises in sports. Their story actually begins in Brooklyn more than a century ago, and their fanatical following continues to spread across the nation today-more than 45 years after they relocated to Los Angeles. The Illustrated History of the Los Angeles Dodgers vividly tells the entire story, from the team's early days in Brooklyn, to the legendary Boys of Summer, to the cross-country move in 1958, to the ensuing string of pennants and subsequent championships over the next five decades. Some of baseball's greatest legends and most colorful personalities have helped to shape the Dodgers legacy, including Walter O'Malley, Pee Wee Reese, Jackie Robinson, Leo Durocher, Walter Alston, Sandy Koufax, Tommy Lasorda, Steve Garvey, Fernando Valenzuela, Kirk Gibson, Greg Gagne, and many more. This richly illustrated book celebrates these and other Dodgers legends, reliving all of the momentous games and memorable moments in the team's remarkable history. This comprehensive work takes the reader from Ebbets Field to Dodger Stadium and culminates with the 2004 team's dramatic playoff push, in which they clinched the National League's Western Division title by beating the rival San Francisco Giants on a walk-off grand slam. Every other indelible memory in the Dodgers' vast history is chronicled here through pictures and words. In addition to in-depth player and manager profiles, there are sections devoted to Dodgers in the Hall of Fame, award winners, league leaders in hitting and pitching, year-by-year team standings, and World Series performances. This beautiful tribute to one of the most beloved baseball franchises is a must-have for any Dodgers fan or baseball historian.

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Product Details
Hardcover: 296 pages
Publisher: Triumph Books (March 30, 2005)
ISBN-10: 1572437146 ISBN-13: 978-1572437142
Product Dimensions: 10.1 x 8.9 x 1.2 inches
Shipping Weight: 2.9 pounds