The first and last duty of the lover of the game of baseball," Peavine's book began, "whether in the stands or on the field, is the same as that of the lover of life itself: to pay attention to it. When it comes to the position of catcher, as all but fools and shortstops will freely acknowledge, this solemn requirement is doubled.


Summerland (ed. Thorndike Pr, 2003) - ISBN: 9780786251438

Michael Chabon Quotes

The first and last duty of the lover of the game of baseball, Peavine's book began, whether in the stands or on the field, is the same as that of the ...

The first and last duty of the lover of the game of baseball, Peavine's book began, whether in the stands or on the field, is the same as that of the ...

The first and last duty of the lover of the game of baseball, Peavine's book began, whether in the stands or on the field, is the same as that of the ...

The first and last duty of the lover of the game of baseball, Peavine's book began, whether in the stands or on the field, is the same as that of the ...