The Boys of Summer (book by Roger Kahn)

"The Boys of Summer" by Roger Kahn is a memoir that reflects on the 1950s Brooklyn Dodgers baseball team, blending sports history with personal storytelling. Kahn recounts the careers and lives of players like Jackie Robinson and Pee Wee Reese, exploring themes of friendship, aging, and the passage of time. The book highlights how these athletes' camaraderie and resilience resonated beyond the game, offering insights into American society during that era. It’s an engaging look at both baseball and the human experience, illustrating how sports can mirror broader cultural and personal changes.