aaron, hank

The most effective techniques in hitting a baseball are described by Hank Aaron who is expected to surpass Babe Ruth's home run record in 1974.

Describes the career and experiences of the baseball player who broke Ruth's home run record.

Examines the life of Hank Aaron, one of history's most celebrated baseball players, providing information on his childhood and family, introduction to the game, playing career, outside interests, and his role in breaking racial barriers in baseball and society, and including photographs, statistics, and a time line.

Profiles the man who replaced Babe Ruth as "America's Home Run King" and also set records for RBIs and total bases run, despite the pressures of being one of the few black major league players in the 1950s.

Biography of baseball player Henry Aaron from his childhood to his climb to the top of the baseball world.

A dual biography of Babe Ruth and Hank Aaron, from childhood to championship. Includes comparative statistics, batting averages, and famous games.

In the days before performance-enhancing substances, the great Hank Aaron hit a career-record 755 home runs, a mark he held for 33 years. Today, his remarkable talent and his fine character have made him one of the most highly regarded athletes in sports.

Tells the story behind Hank Aaron's 715th home run in 1974, discussing the reasons why he decided to break baseball legend Babe Ruth's record, the controversies that surrounded his quest, and the consequences of his achievement for African-Americans and society as a whole.

Chronicles the childhood of Henry Aaron, describing his dream of becoming a major league baseball player.