Whether rediscovering the best team moments, or initiating into the
histories and traditions of Yankees fandom, this book about the New York
Yankees is both a useful resource and cherishable memorabilia. Packed
with anecdotes of past and current players, explanations about the
beginnings of rivalries and traditions, detailed histories about the
greatest players and moments in the franchise's history, lists of the
greatest teams ever and year-by-year statistics, this collectible book
is the primary source for anyone eager to be an expert regarding
anything about the Yankees. The book captures the essence of the pride
of every true Yankees fan: pinstripes, "the house that Ruth built," Joe
DiMaggio's 56-game hitting streak, "the straw that stirs the drink,"
Billy Martin hired and fired (five times), Derek Jeter, the Subway
Series, the Iron Horse, and Don Larsen's perfect game in the 1956 World
Series.