"The Redheaded Outfield and Other Baseball Stories" is a collection of short stories written by American author Zane Grey. The stories are centered around baseball and the people involved in the sport. "The Rube," which tells the story of a naive farm boy who becomes a star pitcher for the Pittsburgh Pirates; "A Call to the Bullpen," which follows a talented but troubled pitcher as he struggles to overcome personal demons and make it to the majors; and "The Winning Ball," which centers around a young pitcher who must learn to control his temper and find his confidence on the mound. Throughout the collection, Grey explores themes such as teamwork, perseverance, and the thrill of competition, while also providing vivid descriptions of the sights, sounds, and smells of the baseball diamond. Whether you are a die-hard fan of the sport or simply enjoy well-crafted stories, "The Redheaded Outfield and Other Baseball Stories" is a classic work of American literature that is sure to entertain and inspire.
Pearl Zane Grey was an American author and dentist known for his novels and stories. He was born on January 31, 1872, in Zanesville, Ohio. He was the fourth son born to Alice "Allie" Josephine Zane and Lewis M. Gray. His mother was a Quaker immigrant whose forefather Robert Zane came to the American colonies in 1673. His father was a dentist. Grey studied dentistry from the University of Pennsylvania and completed his graduation in 1896. He got married to Lina Roth also known as Dolly in 1905. He had anger issues, depression and suffered mood swings which affected his life. And so, Grey spent most of his time away from the family, while Dolly managed his career and raised their three children. Their family moved to California in 1918 and settled in Altadena, California in 1920 in a home they named as Zane Grey Estate. Grey continued writing during 1930s and was in great depression. From 1925 to his death in 1939 he travelled away from his family exploring the unspoiled lands, particularly the islands of the South Pacific, New Zealand and Australia. He died on October 23, 1939, aged 67 at his home in Altadena, California due to heart attack.
