The Bona Fide Legend of Cool Papa Bell
Narrated by David Sadzin
- Released
- February 9, 2021
- Length
- 9 hrs 56 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Blackstone Publishing
In The Bona Fide Legend of Cool Papa Bell, seasoned baseball writer Lonnie Wheeler presents the first comprehensive biography of James “Cool Papa” Bell, a legendary figure in Black baseball and a Hall of Famer known for his incredible speed and switch-hitting prowess. Born in Mississippi and part of the Great Migration, Bell's baseball journey took him from the Negro Leagues to playing in the Dominican Republic and Mexico, where he sought refuge from racism and the major league color line. This engaging account chronicles his life and career, highlighting his contributions to some of the greatest Negro League teams and his impact on the sport's history. Rich in context and filled with myth, this biography is a must-read for fans of baseball history.
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