1903 - "How to Play Base Ball" by T.H. Murnane

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Posted By: Randall

I just picked up this book, has tons of interesting pics:

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Posted By: Mark L

Do they give any advice about how to stand in the batter's box? Do they suggest you stand with your chest facing the pitcher? Do they use any examples, like Cap Anson?

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Posted By: Jimmy

any pictures of the front and back covers, really nice item

Thanks Jimmy

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Posted By: Randall

Here are some more pics, the cover is loose and it's missing the back cover. However, the inside is in very nice condition.

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Posted By: Jimmy

yes, that is a rare piece of history

thanks for sharing with us - I enjoyed look at the pictures

Jimmy

J&B Sports Auctions

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Posted By: Randall

Anybody have an idea of value?

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Posted By: Dan Bretta

I don't believe the book is that hard to come by as it was published by the Spalding library over many years. With the cover problems it brings the price down significantly. I would guess it's in the $50 range.

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Posted By: Jimmy

yes, in that condition 50.00-75.00, but it's much harder to find then a Spalding Guide or the Blue/Red cover guides. I search a lot of paper stuff and never find them, maybe the book is more common in the New York and PA areas. I understand in our hobby were cards and autographs are more popular there would not be as much interest. Book collectors and dealers love this kind of stuff!

Jimmy

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Posted By: Mike McKee

I think that book is part of the Spalding Blue series. I think I have it and will check over the next few days.

The picture shown as the cover I do not believe is the actual cover. Looks home made.

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Posted By: Randall

The cover has the picture of Murnane on the reverse and has the same style of print as the rest of the book.

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Posted By: Jimmy

Mike,

that would be great if you can confirm, then we wil know

Jimmy