{"product_id":"9781538199138","title":"Strikeout King The Life and Legend of Nolan Ryan","description":"\u003ch1\u003eStrikeout King\u003c\/h1\u003e\u003ch2\u003eThe Life and Legend of Nolan Ryan\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBob Batchelor\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cb\u003eBiography \u0026amp; Autobiography \/ Sports\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eA captivating, immersive look into the extraordinary life of an iconic Hall of Fame pitcher\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFrom the heart of small-town Texas to the glamour of the major leagues, Nolan Ryan's name is etched in baseball and sports mythology. He is a true American legend, achieving feats on the mound that transcend the boundaries of sports history.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIn \u003ci\u003eStrikeout King: The Life and Legend of Nolan Ryan\u003c\/i\u003e, award-winning cultural historian Bob Batchelor delves deep into the life and career of this Hall of Fame pitcher whose name is synonymous with the fastball. Relive the adrenaline of Nolan Ryan's seven no-hitters, each a compelling tale in its own right. Feel the excitement of 5,714 batters falling victim to the “Ryan Express,” a contemporary record that seems set in stone. In a game where records are made to be broken, the legend's strikeout and no-hitter feats are destined to stand the test of time.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBeyond simply recounting Ryan's many pitching records, \u003ci\u003eStrikeout King \u003c\/i\u003eis an exploration of the relentless effort and determination that propelled Ryan to greatness. His life and times offer a window into contemporary history, while his personal story reveals what can happen when unparalleled grit meets extraordinary talent. It's the story of a player whose remarkable career still resonates with fans across the ages.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eBob Batchelor\u003c\/b\u003e is a cultural historian and noted expert on contemporary American culture, history, and biography. His books include \u003ci\u003eStan Lee: A Life\u003c\/i\u003e; \u003ci\u003eStan Lee: The Man Behind Marvel\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eYoung Reader's Edition\u003c\/i\u003e; and \u003ci\u003eRoadhouse Blues: Morrison, the Doors, and the Death Days of the Sixties\u003c\/i\u003e. He is a three-time winner of the IPA Book Award. Batchelor's work has been featured by the \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eCincinnati Enquirer\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eLos Angeles Times\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Guardian\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003ePopMatters\u003c\/i\u003e, \u003ci\u003eThe Conversation\u003c\/i\u003e, and \u003ci\u003eTime\u003c\/i\u003e. Batchelor is creator\/host of the podcast \u003ci\u003eJohn Updike: American Writer, American Life \u003c\/i\u003eand has appeared as an on-air commentator for The National Geographic Channel, \u003ci\u003ePBS NewsHour\u003c\/i\u003e, BBC, PBS, and NPR. Batchelor is an assistant professor at Coastal Carolina University and resides in Conway, SC.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublication Date: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e01 April 2027\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePublisher: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBloomsbury Academic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eImprint: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBloomsbury Academic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eISBN-13: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e9781538199138\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFormat: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardback\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePage Count: \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e256\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWeight (oz): \u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e16.0\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e","brand":"Bloomsbury Academic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51331983868044,"sku":"9781538199138","price":26.96,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0710\/9545\/1788\/files\/getimage_c6b68cc2-4b5c-4996-b56d-487b3d514913.jpg?v=1783600718","url":"https:\/\/lateknightbooks.com\/products\/9781538199138","provider":"Late Knight Books and Services, LLC","version":"1.0","type":"link"}