Posted By:
Vincent
. . . I too recall those days. My first sports-related book purchases were as an elementary school student in the mid/late 1960's. The books were purchased through a classroom association with the Scholastic Book Clubs. I still have one or two of the books I purchased . . Strange but True Baseball Stories, and another book regarding current stars Mantle, Mays, and friends. I might even have a Who's Who in Baseball edition I got through SBC too. I think I paid between 35-75 cents each.
I think I recall the book you're referring too. But the title eludes me. My wife just mentioned that the Weekly Reader was a regular reading guide at that time too.
Sorry for not being of more help. Thanks.
Postscript: Scholastic Book Clubs is still active and kicking. Very cool.