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Luckiest Man

Luckiest Man

The Life and Death of Lou Gehrig
BiographyHistory
Pages
432
Published
2005
Language
English

Synopsis

This biography chronicles the life of baseball legend Lou Gehrig, from his early career with the New York Yankees to his battle with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS). It explores his impact on baseball and his personal struggles, offering a comprehensive look at a man who faced immense challenges with grace. The book delves into the historical context of his era, providing insight into both his public persona and private life.

Prose complexity
7/10

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About the author

J
Jonathan Eig

Ken Burns calls Jonathan Eig a "master storyteller." Eig is the author of five books, three of them New York Times best sellers. He was born in Brooklyn and graduated from Northwestern University’s Medill School of Journalism. Eig is a former staff writer for The Wall Street Journal, where he remains a contributing writer. Eig has also written for The New York Times, The New Yorker, and The Washington Post, among others. Prior to The Wall Street Journal, he worked as a feature writer for Chic...