gehrig, lou

Presents a biography of baseball legend Lou Gehrig, discussing his early life in New York City, his college experiences, his professional career with the New York Yankees, his success as a hitter, his long-standing record for consecutive games played, and his struggles with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

Examines the life and accomplishments of Lou Gehrig, a baseball player known for completing a streak of 2,130 consecutive games, and who showed great courage after becoming ill with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis.

In graphic novel format, relates the story of Jackie Mitchell, a female baseball player on the minor-leaguemen's team, the Chattanooga Lookouts, and the day in 1931 when she pitched against the New York Yankees in an exhibition game, striking out both Babe Ruth and Lou Gehrig.

Discusses the man and the player who is best remembered for the way he faced death from the illness that now bears his name.

Discusses the personal life and baseball career of the famous Yankee first baseman, Lou Gehrig.

Discusses the man and the player who is best remembered for the way he faced death from the illness that now bears his name.

Examines the life of Lou Gehrig, one of history's most celebrated baseball players, providing information on his childhood and family, introduction to the game, playing career, and outside interests, discussing his struggles with amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or ALS, and including photographs, statistics, and a time line.

A biography focusing on the childhood of baseball player Lou Gehrig, who is remembered for playing 2,130 consecutive games in 14 seasons with the New York Yankees.