batting (baseball)

Instructions for improving one's ability and enjoyment when stepping up to the plate to hit a baseball.

Two famous "practitioners of the hitting and pitching arts share their knowledge and experiences.".

Gives advice on how to improve hitting a baseball.

Presents an inside look at the mind games and personal challenges and strategies involved in the game of baseball from the perspectives of pitcher Bob Gibson and hitter Reggie Jackson, and covers their thoughts on topics such as umpires and changes to the game over time.

Profiles the careers of eight power hitters who are determined to set the ball sailing out of the ball park each time they come to bat. Includes Reggie Jackson, Mike Schmidt, Willie Stargell, Jim Rice, George Foster, Dave Kingman, Gorman Thomas and Dave Winfield.

Brief biographies of eight baseball players noted for their high batting averages. Included are Rod Carew, Pete Rose, Steve Garvey, Al Oliver, Fred Lynn, Dave Parker, Keith Hernandez, and George Brett.

Brief profiles of such hard-hitting baseball players as Barry Bonds, Ty Cobb, Babe Ruth, Ted Williams, and Hank Aaron.

Teaches the art and science of hitting a baseball in a comprehensive manner, including practice exercises.

Contains profiles of one hundred of baseball's best hitters, providing the personal and career highlights of players from the 1880s to the 1990s, including Yogi Berra, Lou Gehrig, Kirby Puckett, Cal Ripkin, Jr., and Willie Mays.

Profiles the lives and careers of Hank Aaron, Ty Cobb, Tony Gwynn, Rogers Hornsby, Stan Musial, Pete Rose, Babe Ruth, Frank Thomas, Honus Wagner, and Ted Williams.