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Joy In Mudville (2014)

by Bob Raczka(Favorite Author)

3.23 of 5 Votes: 4

ISBN

0761360158 (ISBN13: 9780761360155)

languge

English

genre

Historical Fiction

publisher

Carolrhoda Books

review 1: I was rather disappointed with this picture book. I was hoping for a fun story where a young girl shows the other players who's boss. I guess she did in a way, but by being rather odd and unpredictable and following her own set of rule instead of just playing really good baseball. The illustrations were a little fun in a quirky kind of way. Overall nothing too special, nothing I will be returning to time and time again.
review 2: One of my dad's favorite poems was "Casey at the Bat" and we grew up hearing him recite it to us. So I was excited to read this "sequel". Alas, I was a little disappointed: while in rhyme, it just didn't have the same voice or demeanor as the original, and it got a little preachy in the middle making sure the audience understands th... moreat girls are just as good at sports as boys. It was a cute premise, but really? Pitching baseballs like it's a football, tennis ball or soccer ball? That would never go over in a game, even if it is just some small town match. I was expecting her just to be the greatest pitcher ever and strike the guy out normally - I think that would've driven home the "girls are good at baseball" point much better. Also, while I was glad they included the original "Casey at the Bat" at the end, I really think it would be better served as a prelude - I find it's an obscure poem most people don't know and as it is the prequel to this story, it should come first! less

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