Most Popular Books by Peter Golenbock

Revised edition of: Fenway. New York: G.P. Putnam''s Sons, c1992.

Written in collaboration with New York Times bestselling author Peter Golenbock, Larry Lawton''s true-life story is a Hollywood producer''s dream. Larry and Peter show the world a life of a straightforward, no excuses man who refused to let a broken system keep him down. Think Goodfellas, only better. Gangster Redemption tracks Larry''s life growing up in the Bronx, his connection to organized crime, and how he went on to steal over 15 million dollars in jewels, ultimately landing himself in one of America''s most brutal maximum-security prisons where he was exposed to unbelievable torture. Through reading this book, readers will discover: a vivid account of Larry''s crimes and how he managed to evade law enforcement and the FBI for nearly six years a secret life of corruption the truth about prison life, what is lost, how to avoid and dissolve bad associations, and how to turn ones life around how Larry developed the #1 program in the country designed to steer teens away from a life of crime Lawton''s Reality Check Program is nationally recognized and used by judges, law enforcement, government officials, attorneys, and parents all over the country. It has kept thousands of teens and young adults from going to prison. His success rate is incredible and well documented. So is Larry Lawton''s story.

The incredible memoir from the man voted one of the “Best Umpires of All Time” by the Society of American Baseball Research—filled with more than three decades of fascinating baseball stories. Doug Harvey was a California farm boy, a high school athlete who nevertheless knew that what he really wanted was to become an unsung hero—a major league umpire. Working his way through the minor leagues, earning three hundred dollars a month, he survived just about everything, even riots in stadiums in Puerto Rico. And while players and other umps hit the bars at night, Harvey memorized the rule book. In 1962, he broke into the big leagues and was soon listening to rookie Pete Rose worrying that he would be cut by the Reds and laying down the law with managers such as Tommy Lasorda and Joe Torre. This colorful memoir takes you behind the plate for some of baseball’s most memorable moments, including Roberto Clemente’s three thousandth and final hit; the heroic three-and-two pinch-hit home run by Kirk Gibson in the ’88 World Series; and the nail-biting excitement of the ’68 World Series. But beyond the drama, Harvey turned umpiring into an art. He was a man so respected, whose calls were so feared and infallible, that the players called him “God.” And through it all, he lived by three rules: never take anything from a player, never back down from a call, and never carry a grudge. A book for anyone who loves baseball, They Called Me God is a funny and fascinating tale of on- and off-the-field action, peopled by unforgettable characters from Bob Gibson to Nolan Ryan, and a treatise on good umpiring techniques. In a memoir that transcends the sport, Doug Harvey tells a gripping story of responsibility, fairness, and honesty.

A premier racer in NASCAR history drives his way into readers'' hearts with an inside story of his amazing recovery after a 1994 crash, his strong opinions of the racing world today, and a candid account of his personal life. of photos.

Bats is the autobiography of the man who built the New York Mets into the formidable force they now are. Focusing on the 1985 campaign, it is filled with the thrill of the pennant race including plenty of inside information about the players. In light of the 1986 Championship series, Bats is a can''t miss bestseller.

A chronicle of the 1983 baseball season with the New York Yankees.

The commandments of hitting.

Describes the racial prejudice experienced by Jackie Robinson when he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers and became the first black player in Major League baseball and depicts the acceptance and support he received from his white teammate Pee Wee Reese.

Few years in baseball history matched the drama of 1978 and few player diaries tore the cover off a season like Sparky Lyle''s THE BRONX ZOO. Now available for the first time in eBook is the best-selling classic, co-authored by Peter Golenbock, and featuring a new foreword by Golenbock.The 1978 Yankees were a team of incredible talent--and incredible personalities. From Reggie to Goose Gossage; wisecracking Graig Nettles to Mick the Quick; Willie Randolph, Thurman, Catfish, and Ron Guidry (with his mind-boggling 25-3/1.74); and of course Billy Martin, who had more explosions and meltdowns in his four months running the team than most managers have in their career.Sparky Lyle, fresh off a Cy Young Award season, angry about being bumped by newcomer Rich Gossage and locked in to a pre-free agency contract, holds no punches and takes no prisoners. While he is full of praise for many of his fellow ballplayers, he is ruthlessly honest about the shortcomings of others.Lyle''s day-by-day account of the Yankees'' historic and hysterical season is full of inside information about his teammates, some of his most famous opponents, the duplicitous and dysfunctional Yankees front office, and the internal battle he fought as his professionalism clashed head-on with his personal pride.Few Yankees fans who experienced 1978 will ever forget it, but it''s been more than 40 years, so even the modest ardent could use a refresher. THE BRONX ZOO takes readers way beyond the highlight reels and stat pages, right into the locker room to re-experience one of the great comeback pennant drives in the annals of baseball, one that culminated in the Yankees'' second straight World Series triumph.There are enough practical jokes and personal drama to fill a book, but above all, THE BRONX ZOO is about baseball. Its pages are filled with game descriptions, analysis, and insights into the on-the-field excitement that only a savvy and observant veteran ballplayer someone living it could convey.Whether you skipped school or work and saw Bucky "F-ing" Dent drive a stake into Red Sox fans'' hearts, or are part of the Aaron Judge Generation, THE BRONX ZOO is guaranteed to hit your sweet spot and provide a game-winning read.

The controversial baseball figure, presently manager of the Oakland A''s recalls his turbulent years as player or manager with the winning Yankees, Twins, Tigers, and Rangers.

For many young athletes, organized sports are no longer fun. Parents and coaches push them to win--at any cost. This book is designed to remind us that the objective of sports is to have fun and learn values. Covering most sports including Little League, soccer, football, basketball, tennis and gymnastics, it provides guidelines from the kids'' viewpoint. Illustrated.