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Robert Coover
American novelist, short story writer, and professor at Brown University. He is generally considered a writer of fabulation and metafiction.
The Universal Baseball Association, Inc.
- Pages
- 242
- Published
- 1968
- Language
- English
Synopsis
J. Henry Waugh, an accountant, finds his escape in a meticulously crafted fantasy baseball league. His life takes an unexpected turn when a rookie pitcher in his league achieves a perfect game, bringing Henry immense joy. However, the sudden 'death' of this virtual player in a freak accident blurs the lines between Henry's fantasy and reality, profoundly impacting his existence in ways he never imagined.
Genres
Characters
J. Henry WaughProtagonist
Frequently asked questions
Does The Universal Baseball Association, Inc. have a film adaptation?
While the novel has been optioned for film multiple times, a completed film adaptation of The Universal Baseball Association, Inc. has not been released.
How does this book relate to Robert Coover's other works?
The Universal Baseball Association, Inc. is often considered one of Robert Coover's most significant works, showcasing his experimental narrative style and exploration of the nature of reality and fiction, themes he revisits in various forms throughout his career.
Is The Universal Baseball Association, Inc. a standalone novel?
The Universal Baseball Association, Inc. is a standalone novel with a self-contained narrative that reaches a definitive conclusion.