24 : life stories and lessons from the Say Hey Kid / Willie Mays and John Shea ; foreword by Bob Costas.
Material type:
TextPublisher: New York : St. Martin's Press, 2020Copyright date: ©2020Edition: First editionDescription: xii, 340 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 25 cmContent type: - text
- unmediated
- volume
- 9781250230423
- 125023042X
- Twenty-four
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Dr. James Carlson Library | Biography | Mays, W. M474 | Available | 33111009824422 | ||||
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
Presented in Willie's voice, and the voices of others whose lives he has touched--including Hank Aaron, George W. Bush, Bill Clinton, Barack O'Bama, Vin Scully, Tommy LaSorda, and more --this revealing authorized book emphasizes Willie's unique and lasting place in American history, culture, and public life. Willie Mays is an American icon, treasure and hero. For the first time, Willie, now 88, is writing an inspirational book that will appeal to all generations and feature his life lessons and stories packed into 24 chapters to correspond with his retired uniform number, one of the most recognized in sports.This is a one-of-a-kind journey with Willie that encompasses an inspirational perspective while exploring and capturing his legacy and getting deeper into the personality of the man."I've always had a special place in my heart for children and their well-being, and John Shea and I got the idea that we should do something for the kids and the fathers and the mothers. We want to reach out to all generations and backgrounds. Hopefully, these stories and lessons will inspire people in a positive way." --Willie Mays
Includes index.
"The legendary Willie Mays shares the inspirations and influences responsible for guiding him on and off the field in this reflective and inspirational memoir. "It's because of giants like Willie that someone like me could even think about running for President." -President Barack Obama Widely regarded as the greatest all-around player in baseball history because of his unparalleled hitting, defense and baserunning, the beloved Willie Mays offers people of all ages his lifetime of experience meeting challenges with positivity, integrity and triumph in 24: Life Stories and Lessons from the Say Hey Kid. Presented in 24 chapters to correspond with his universally recognized uniform number, Willie's memoir provides more than the story of his role in America's pastime. This is the story of a man who values family and community, engages in charitable causes especially involving children and follows a philosophy that encourages hope, hard work and the fulfillment of dreams. "I was very lucky when I was a child. My family took care of me and made sure I was in early at night. I didn't get in trouble. My father made sure that I didn't do the wrong thing. I've always had a special place in my heart for children and their well-being, and John Shea and I got the idea that we should do something for the kids and the fathers and the mothers, and that's why this book is being published. We want to reach out to all generations and backgrounds. Hopefully, these stories and lessons will inspire people in a positive way." -Willie Mays"-- Provided by publisher.