Shoeless Joe by W. P. Kinsella
In this enchanting tale, a humble Iowa farmer named Ray Kinsella hears a mysterious voice urging him to build a baseball field in his cornfield, promising, "If you build it, he will come." Driven by faith and a deep love for the game, Ray transforms his land into a magical diamond where the ghosts of baseball legends, including the infamous Shoeless Joe Jackson, come to play. As Ray embarks on a journey to fulfill the voice's prophecy, he discovers the power of dreams, redemption, and the enduring bond between fathers and sons, ultimately realizing that the true magic lies in believing in the impossible.
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- Published
- 1982
- Nationality
- Canadian
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 265-300
- Original Language
- English
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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This book is on the following 2 lists:
- 47th on The Top 100 Sports Books of All Time (Sports Illustrated)
- 4219th on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)