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The Young Pitcher is a coming-of-age sports novel that follows Ken Ward, a college freshman navigating the challenges of university life while pursuing his dream of becoming a standout baseball pitcher. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century collegiate athletics, the story explores themes of perseverance, teamwork, and self-discovery. Zane Grey, a former baseball player himself, brings authenticity to the game and provides a rich portrayal of the sport and college culture.

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The Young Pitcher is a coming-of-age sports novel that follows Ken Ward, a college freshman navigating the challenges of university life while pursuing his dream of becoming a standout baseball pitcher. Set against the backdrop of early 20th-century collegiate athletics, the story explores themes of perseverance, teamwork, and self-discovery. Zane Grey, a former baseball player himself, brings authenticity to the game and provides a rich portrayal of the sport and college culture.
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Autorenporträt
Pearl Zane Grey (1872 -1939) was an American author and dentist best known for his popular adventure novels and stories associated with the Western genre in literature and the arts; he idealized the American frontier. Riders of the Purple Sage (1912) was his best-selling book. Grey became one of the first millionaire authors. With his veracity and emotional intensity, he connected with millions of readers worldwide, during peacetime and war, and inspired many Western writers who followed him. Zane Grey was a major force in shaping the myths of the Old West; his books and stories were adapted into other media, such as film and TV productions. He was the author of more than 90 books, some published posthumously and/or based on serials originally published in magazines. His total book sales exceed 40 million.