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Britannica Dictionary
RESURRECTION (noun) (second definition) 2 [singular] : the act of causing something that had ended or been forgotten or lost to exist again, to be used again, etc.
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"Connecting the past and this imagining of the future gives readers insight into the major problems of the present world, whilst also delivering a classic story with suspense, action, intrigue, and, perhaps most importantly, hope. Overall, I would not hesitate to recommend The Death and Resurrection of Baseball to fans of fascinating fiction everywhere." -Readers Favorite FIVE-STAR ★★★★★ review.
The Death and Resurrection of Baseball: Echoes from a Distant Past
✓ A truly unique, and groundbreaking Sports Fiction, and Dystopian Book for Young Adults on up.
✓ Suitable for Young Adults (YA) and adult fiction lovers everywhere.
The Death and Resurrection of Baseball: Echoes from a Distant Past, is getting great reviews for its unique Sports Fiction storyline, and what-ifs:
A post-Second Civil War United States of America is finally back on its feet. Among the countless personal and cultural casualties of the war, the sport of baseball has been dead for over a hundred years.
12-year-old Joe Scott lives in the northern Illinois city of McHenry and goes exploring in the woods one day in a no man's land that a hundred years earlier was the site of the bloodiest battle of the Second Civil War. While there, he discovers a relic from the distant past, from before the war. It sparks a search for its meaning. Little does he know that the wheels of Providence have been unwittingly set in motion, leading to a stunning discovery in Dyersville, Iowa.
This second discovery has a direct connection with the relic found in McHenry. As events unfold, Joe finds himself at the center of the rediscovery of the sport of baseball, long lost and forgotten by the ravages of time and the lingering aftereffects of the Second Civil War. With no living person having any first-hand knowledge of the game, can he figure out the pieces of the puzzle to resurrect the game of baseball? Will his friends take to the game? What will the adults think?
The Death and Resurrection of Baseball will take you back to the happy days of your youth and your coming of age. The story will thrill you, move you, and make you think long and hard about where The United States of America is currently at, and where we could be headed.
Baseball has always been a metaphor for America and has always brought Americans together. In The Death and Resurrection of Baseball, you will find its greatest strength, hope!
"Connecting the past and this imagining of the future gives readers insight into the major problems of the present world, whilst also delivering a classic story with suspense, action, intrigue, and, perhaps most importantly, hope. Overall, I would not hesitate to recommend The Death and Resurrection of Baseball to fans of fascinating fiction everywhere." -Readers Favorite FIVE-STAR ★★★★★ review.
The Death and Resurrection of Baseball: Echoes from a Distant Past
✓ A truly unique, and groundbreaking Sports Fiction, and Dystopian Book for Young Adults on up.
✓ Suitable for Young Adults (YA) and adult fiction lovers everywhere.
The Death and Resurrection of Baseball: Echoes from a Distant Past, is getting great reviews for its unique Sports Fiction storyline, and what-ifs:
- What if a Second Civil War is the endpoint in the current trajectory of America's divisiveness?
- What if early warning signs of baseball's popularity continue downward?
- What if among the personal and cultural casualties of a Civil War II, baseball was to die as a sport?
A post-Second Civil War United States of America is finally back on its feet. Among the countless personal and cultural casualties of the war, the sport of baseball has been dead for over a hundred years.
12-year-old Joe Scott lives in the northern Illinois city of McHenry and goes exploring in the woods one day in a no man's land that a hundred years earlier was the site of the bloodiest battle of the Second Civil War. While there, he discovers a relic from the distant past, from before the war. It sparks a search for its meaning. Little does he know that the wheels of Providence have been unwittingly set in motion, leading to a stunning discovery in Dyersville, Iowa.
This second discovery has a direct connection with the relic found in McHenry. As events unfold, Joe finds himself at the center of the rediscovery of the sport of baseball, long lost and forgotten by the ravages of time and the lingering aftereffects of the Second Civil War. With no living person having any first-hand knowledge of the game, can he figure out the pieces of the puzzle to resurrect the game of baseball? Will his friends take to the game? What will the adults think?
The Death and Resurrection of Baseball will take you back to the happy days of your youth and your coming of age. The story will thrill you, move you, and make you think long and hard about where The United States of America is currently at, and where we could be headed.
Baseball has always been a metaphor for America and has always brought Americans together. In The Death and Resurrection of Baseball, you will find its greatest strength, hope!
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Reader Reviews
What readers are saying about The Death and Resurrection of Baseball:
John G. (Verified Purchase) 5-stars
"What a beautiful novel of relevance depicting how things might be amidst the calamities we currently face and then providing an everlasting beacon of hope. In these times of chaos, it would be an easy task to succumb to the much more prevalent and typical dystopian storytelling. Yet this author takes us on a journey: One of hope and passion led by the innocence of youth.
Those once joyous summer days remembered by all of us when gathering with friends in game, should forever be bestowed upon the future generations of our children. This story does just that and reflects the way that the enduring human spirit can and will be victorious and is profound in it’s application to the current geo-political events that haunt us today.
You won’t find the degradation into cynicism that one might expect for a tale of this kind, but rather the “The Death and Resurrection of Baseball” will have you reveling with elation for all of us.
We can choose the right path…and…sometimes, it’s only 90 feet away…."
Donald T. Wardlow 5-stars
"This was my first Kindle book, and I picked an excellent book to start Kindle reading with. I liked it so well I got it for a Christmas gift for one of my nephews."
Anonymous (Verified Purchase) 5-stars
"The author did a wonderful job outlining the story of Baseball past and future. Quite uplifting and a pleasure to read. Such an inspirational and positive message."
Bridgette (Verified Purchase) 5-stars
"This well written book kept me wanting for more throughout each page . It has both imagination and today’s reality of what could easily happen in our world! Brings back a lot of memories of playing baseball and growing up in a simpler time! Love it !!"
Anonymous (Verified Purchase) 5-stars
"Whether you’re a fan of baseball, a patriot or just like a heart warming story, you will not be disappointed reading this book.
Aside from the Bible, I have never had a book elicit so many emotions throughout its reading. At times I felt in awe, excited, I had goosebumps, and I cried tears of happiness. It’s truly an incredibly written book, in which I was excited to read. I have been a baseball fan pretty much my entire life. I had often thought about the things that the author wrote about in regards to the game of baseball. In my 52 years, the game of baseball has changed. Instead of playing for the actual love of the game, players and organizations started putting more emphasis on the amount of money the players should make. This created snowball effect to the fans who wanted to experience the game but the cost of the experience made it difficult thereby alienating its fan base. This book took that premise to a whole new level. Tied with that were the world events that “could happen” this book and because of the way that it was written, it truly is a book worth reading."
Anonymous 5-stars
"I love this story and so will you!! Read carefully and consider that on our current path in this country this story could become our reality. However, there is always hope and William R. Douglas provides a heartfelt very inspirational story via baseball. Can you imagine baseball dieing out? This is America’s sport but in this story it happens. The story of how this is resurrected is awesome and will keep you reading and reading!! Read this book!! You will love it!!!"
Cheryl E. (Verified Purchase) 4-stars
"A story written about my hometown? Yes, please! Also including baseball and history is a definite plus. Not a pulitzer prize winner but a very enjoyable read. Accurate description of the locale was fun but the thing I enjoyed most was the use of character names that had ties to the material. I really would recommend this..!"
Lady (Verified Purchase) 5-stars
"Fun archeological adventure for the whole family and a cautionary tale of a lost future if we don't put more emphasis on civility in our daily lives."
John G. (Verified Purchase) 5-stars
"What a beautiful novel of relevance depicting how things might be amidst the calamities we currently face and then providing an everlasting beacon of hope. In these times of chaos, it would be an easy task to succumb to the much more prevalent and typical dystopian storytelling. Yet this author takes us on a journey: One of hope and passion led by the innocence of youth.
Those once joyous summer days remembered by all of us when gathering with friends in game, should forever be bestowed upon the future generations of our children. This story does just that and reflects the way that the enduring human spirit can and will be victorious and is profound in it’s application to the current geo-political events that haunt us today.
You won’t find the degradation into cynicism that one might expect for a tale of this kind, but rather the “The Death and Resurrection of Baseball” will have you reveling with elation for all of us.
We can choose the right path…and…sometimes, it’s only 90 feet away…."
Donald T. Wardlow 5-stars
"This was my first Kindle book, and I picked an excellent book to start Kindle reading with. I liked it so well I got it for a Christmas gift for one of my nephews."
Anonymous (Verified Purchase) 5-stars
"The author did a wonderful job outlining the story of Baseball past and future. Quite uplifting and a pleasure to read. Such an inspirational and positive message."
Bridgette (Verified Purchase) 5-stars
"This well written book kept me wanting for more throughout each page . It has both imagination and today’s reality of what could easily happen in our world! Brings back a lot of memories of playing baseball and growing up in a simpler time! Love it !!"
Anonymous (Verified Purchase) 5-stars
"Whether you’re a fan of baseball, a patriot or just like a heart warming story, you will not be disappointed reading this book.
Aside from the Bible, I have never had a book elicit so many emotions throughout its reading. At times I felt in awe, excited, I had goosebumps, and I cried tears of happiness. It’s truly an incredibly written book, in which I was excited to read. I have been a baseball fan pretty much my entire life. I had often thought about the things that the author wrote about in regards to the game of baseball. In my 52 years, the game of baseball has changed. Instead of playing for the actual love of the game, players and organizations started putting more emphasis on the amount of money the players should make. This created snowball effect to the fans who wanted to experience the game but the cost of the experience made it difficult thereby alienating its fan base. This book took that premise to a whole new level. Tied with that were the world events that “could happen” this book and because of the way that it was written, it truly is a book worth reading."
Anonymous 5-stars
"I love this story and so will you!! Read carefully and consider that on our current path in this country this story could become our reality. However, there is always hope and William R. Douglas provides a heartfelt very inspirational story via baseball. Can you imagine baseball dieing out? This is America’s sport but in this story it happens. The story of how this is resurrected is awesome and will keep you reading and reading!! Read this book!! You will love it!!!"
Cheryl E. (Verified Purchase) 4-stars
"A story written about my hometown? Yes, please! Also including baseball and history is a definite plus. Not a pulitzer prize winner but a very enjoyable read. Accurate description of the locale was fun but the thing I enjoyed most was the use of character names that had ties to the material. I really would recommend this..!"
Lady (Verified Purchase) 5-stars
"Fun archeological adventure for the whole family and a cautionary tale of a lost future if we don't put more emphasis on civility in our daily lives."
Check out my Podcast appearances in the PRESS/MEDIA page.
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