The story of a man. His life. His work. His passion. Did we mention it's about baseball as well? Combine all these elements and you have a story so moving, well written, and wonderful that if you don't already own it you're missing one of the best books written for 2004.

- Baseball Almanac


This is the kind of story we don't get enough of in America today. On the surface, it's about a poor California boy who grows up battling adversity and, through determination and showmanship, makes a name for himself as a Dodger Stadium peanut vendor. But it's also about the healing power of family and friendship, and the importance of faith and a positive attitude.


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