The Uncommon Life of Danny O'Connell: A Tale of Baseball Cards, Average Players,

Description: The Uncommon Life of Danny O'Connell by Steve Wiegand Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Hardcover Condition Brand New Description In "The Uncommon Life of Danny OConnell," the author explores the life of Danny OConnell, a player often overlooked in the annals of baseball history due to his status as a "common" card in the collecting world. OConnells story is much more than his on-field performance; its a tale of the human spirit, embodying dreams, disappointments, and the unnoticed grandeur of an ordinary life. Through an engaging narrative, the book offers a window into Americas pastime during its "Golden Era," providing insights into a time when baseball was not just a sport but a cultural cornerstone that shaped and reflected the American experience. The work goes beyond the statistics and perceived value of baseball cards to delve into OConnells life, from his upbringing in Paterson, New Jersey, through his professional career marked by significant but underrecognized achievements, to his endeavors beyond baseball, including his talents in singing, shuffleboard, and public speaking. The narrative weaves together baseball history, the evolution of sports memorabilia collecting, and a personal journey of rediscovery, challenging readers to reconsider the worth of an individuals contributions both on and off the field. Far from a mere sports biography, the book is an homage to the everyday heroes of baseball and a critique of reducing complex lives to mere numbers or collectible items. It is a celebration of the overlooked and undervalued, urging a reevaluation of what makes a life uncommonly extraordinary. Author Biography Steve Wiegand is a lifelong baseball fan even though his own prowess in the game peaked at age 11, when he hit a real over-the-fence home run for the immortal Robins Frosties Little League team. It was the only homer of his career and probably an accident. Destined for indoor work, he spent 35 years as a reporter and columnist for the San Diego Evening Tribune, the San Francisco Chronicle, and the Sacramento Bee. He is the author, co-author or contributing author of 10 books, including 1876: Year of the Gun; The Dancer, the Dreamers and the Queen of Romania; U.S. History for Dummies; the Mental Floss History of the World; The American Revolution for Dummies, and Lessons from the Great Depression for Dummies. Wiegand is a member of the Society for American Baseball Research (SABR.) When not watching the San Francisco Giants fall short of his completely reasonable expectations, he enjoys playing poker and the harmonica, although usually not at the same time. He lives in Phoenix, Arizona. Details ISBN 161088633X ISBN-13 9781610886338 Title The Uncommon Life of Danny O'Connell Author Steve Wiegand Format Hardcover Year 2024 Pages 360 Publisher Bancroft Press GE_Item_ID:160774063; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping & Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or Courier. We are unable to deliver faster than stated. International deliveries will take 1-6 weeks. NOTE: We are unable to offer combined shipping for multiple items purchased. This is because our items are shipped from different locations. Returns If you wish to return an item, please consult our Returns Policy as below: Please contact Customer Services and request "Return Authorisation" before you send your item back to us. Unauthorised returns will not be accepted. Returns must be postmarked within 4 business days of authorisation and must be in resellable condition. Returns are shipped at the customer's risk. We cannot take responsibility for items which are lost or damaged in transit. For purchases where a shipping charge was paid, there will be no refund of the original shipping charge. Additional Questions If you have any questions please feel free to Contact Us. Categories Baby Books Electronics Fashion Games Health & Beauty Home, Garden & Pets Movies Music Sports & Outdoors Toys

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