Didn't care for this. Stopped reading after 100+ pages. The author devotes way too many words to all the things that are NOT known about Ruth. Also, and unfortunately, Ruth was a really boorish fellow. Yes, he had a rough childhood and, probably, some innate flaws, but it gets hard to read a substantial biography about someone who is not more likable or sympathetic. There are better ways to study the game, the times, and the juxtaposition of vulgarity and celebrity.

Did Babe call his shot in the 1932 World Series at Wrigley Field? Monteville has written a lively account of one of the greatest and most unconventional ballplayers.

This is an amazing book for anyone who loves the game of baseball. This book is very well written and allows for the reader to believe or not believe the many questions, myths, legends and rumors surrounding the most charismatic Sports Figure perhaps of all time...Babe Ruth.