The Young Pitcher - Zane Grey - Bog

The Young Pitcher is a classic American sports novel written by the renowned author Zane Grey. The story follows the life of a young boy named Ken Ward, who dreams of becoming a successful baseball pitcher. Ken is a talented athlete, but he lacks the confidence and experience to make it to the big leagues. With the help of his coach and his teammates, Ken learns the skills he needs to succeed on the field.As he progresses in his baseball career, Ken faces many challenges and setbacks. He struggles with injuries, personal conflicts, and the pressures of competition. However, he remains determined to overcome these obstacles and achieve his goals.The novel explores themes of perseverance, teamwork, and the pursuit of excellence. It also offers a glimpse into the world of baseball during the early 20th century. Through Ken's experiences, readers are able to gain a deeper understanding of the sport and its impact on American culture.Overall, The Young Pitcher is a gripping and inspiring tale that will appeal to sports fans and readers of all ages. With its vivid descriptions, relatable characters, and timeless message, it continues to be a beloved classic in American literature.1911. Illustrated. One of Zane Grey's Ken Ward series of books for boys. Millions of readers have hailed Zane Grey as a writer of Western stories but, strange to say, few of them know that he was once a college and professional baseball player. Here he applies his knowledge of baseball to the story of how, as a new freshman at Wayne College, Ken Ward finds a way to win recognition through his pitching skills. See other titles by this author available from Kessinger Publishing.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.