"Hey Batta Batta Swing!: The Wild Old Days of Baseball" by James Charlton takes readers on a nostalgic journey through the golden age of baseball. The book captures the spirit and excitement of the game during its formative years, showcasing legendary players, thrilling matches, and the cultural significance of baseball in American society. With a blend of historic anecdotes and vibrant illustrations, it highlights the raw passion and colorful personalities that defined the sport. Readers will delve into the traditions, rivalries, and unforgettable moments that shaped baseball into the cherished pastime it remains today. [Generated by language model - please report any problems].

This book is the winner of numerous awards

This book is aimed at children at US 1st grade-5th grade.

This book has been graded for interest at 6-10 years.

There are 56 pages in this book. This book was published in 2007 by Margaret K. McElderry Books .

Susan Wood is the author of the forthcoming picture-book biography Esquivel! Space-Age Sound Artist, illustrated by Duncan Tonatiuh. She lives in Norfolk, Virginia. Ross MacDonald is the illustrator of many books for children, including Henry Hand and Hit the Road, Jack. He lives in Connecticut. James Charlton was a member of the Northern Beach Writers Group in Sydney. He wrote half hour radio plays which were broadcast on his local radio station. The Adventures of Andy Aardvark is his debut book. His granddaughter, Noni Charlton helped to create the Aardvark character at aged nine. He lives in London and New Zealand.