Baseball Joe Around the World; or, Pitching on a Grand Tour

Name: Baseball Joe Around the World; or, Pitching on a Grand Tour
Author: Lester Chadwick

By Lester Chadwick

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A celebrated young pitcher, recovering from a World Series triumph, faces disruption when backers create a rival third major league and attempt to lure players away; he refuses to break contracts. He and his friends set off on a global baseball tour that alternates exhibition play with episodic dangers, including shipboard crises, sabotaged contests, hostile encounters in foreign locales, and a climactic confrontation. The narrative emphasizes athletic showmanship, team loyalty, and repeated narrow escapes as the group navigates unfamiliar settings and escalating schemes against them.

About the Author

Lester Chadwick

Lester Chadwick was an American author known for his engaging sports-themed novels, particularly those centered around baseball and football. He is best recognized for his series featuring the character Baseball Joe, which includes titles such as "Baseball Joe Around the World" and "Baseball Joe at Yale." These stories capture the excitement and challenges of young athletes as they navigate their sports careers and personal lives. Chadwick's work reflects the early 20th-century American culture surrounding sports, making his books a notable contribution to the genre of juvenile sports literature.