Description
First edition of Stan Musial: “The Man’s” Own Story, signed by Stan Musial.
Octavo, vi, [2], 328pp. Beige cloth, title stamped in red on the spine. Stated “First Edition” on the copyright page. Appears unread, solid text block. In the publisher’s first state dust jacket, $4.95 on the front flap, clipped lower corner of front flap, light wear at head of the spine, a few short closed tears, bright illustrations.
Signed on the front free endpaper: “Best Wishes, Stan Musial.”
Stan Musial (1920-2013) was a Major League baseball player, playing first base and outfield for the St. Louis Cardinals from 1941-1944 and 1946-1963. He is considered one of the most reliable hitters in baseball history, being inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame in 1969. During his tenure with the Cardinals, he was named the league MVP three times and helped lead the team to three World Series pennants. In 2011, Musial was awarded the Presidential Medal of Freedom. He passed away in 2013.
