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	List Price: $149.88 Our Price: $30.98 Your Save: $ 118.90 ( 79% ) Availability: N/A Manufacturer: Pbs Home Video Starring: Mike Barnicle, Mary Pratt (III), Lou Costello, George Will, Arthur Ashe
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Audience Rating: NR (Not Rated) Binding: VHS Tape EAN: 9780780605480 Format: Box set ISBN: 0780605489 Label: Pbs Home Video Manufacturer: Pbs Home Video Number Of Items: 9 Publisher: Pbs Home Video Release Date: 1995-04-16 Studio: Pbs Home Video Theatrical Release Date: 1994-09-18
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Editorial Reviews: Ken Burns tops himself with this epic of American history, told in "nine innings," with a skilled narration by John Chancellor and the voices of Paul Newman, Jason Robards, Billy Crystal, and other stars. The series spans 150 years, starting with the myth-debunking tale of baseball's true beginnings -- when it was a game "one degree above mayhem." Then follow the growth of America's National Pastime through the decades of glory and record-setting achievements, as well as the scandals, the bigotry, and the big money. The series portrays the game as a mirror of America itself -- the passions, prejudices, and ambitions that have shape the country.
Spotlight customer reviews: Customer Rating: Summary: Ken Burns' baseball book Comment: The book is excellent; I'd looked it over at a friend's house. It arrived in perfect shape in a timely manner. No problem. Customer Rating: Summary: Ken Burns scores a knockout Comment: If you are a baseball fan, you've got to appreciate Ken Burns documentary on baseball. From the writing, to the filming, narration, pictures, video, research, and everything else that make up this series, this is a five star production that was made possible by the film and digital age. Customer Rating: Summary: The best Comment: This series was so interesting and so well done that I bought sets for two friend and three of my children. Not only did it cover baseball it covered Americana. Customer Rating: Summary: Baseball: An Illustrated History Comment: I liked the book so well that I would like to purchase two more. One for my brother and son. Customer Rating: Summary: The Old Ball Game Comment: Only the sport of baseball could lend itself (via its long, rich heritage) to a Ken Burns-style documentary. Of course, Burns nails it once again. Though not as emotionally touching as his Civil War or World War II documentaries, Baseball captures the essence of America's pastime. From Walter Johnson, Babe Ruth, and Ty Cobb to Willie, Mickey, and the Duke, to Yaz, Pete Rose, Mick Schmidt, and everyone in between, Burns recounts all the rousing stories that old fans will recite from memory and younger fans will be fascinated by. Guest commentators wax poetically about the game, old veterans tell their stories, and Burn's traditional mix of period music, solo piano, and aching violin provide an emotional punch, whether positive or negative. However, what really sets this film apart from others is Burn's willingness to "pull no punches" in terms of describing the often-flawed sport of baseball. Whether it be the rowdyism that plagued the game in its early existence, the "Black Sox" scandal of 1919, or baseball's outright racism until the late 1940s, Burns explains those issues without letting too much personal bias creep in. Overall, this is a wonderful documentary for baseball fans who truly value the rich history of the sport. When watching, you will fell as if you actually exist in whatever decade Burns happens to be describing. This is the ultimate "biography" of our national pastime.