Culled from 50 years' worth of columns from one of the country's most
popular sportswriters, It Happens Every Spring stands as a remarkable
and evocative anthology that is guaranteed to delight baseball fans of
all ages. Former New York Times columnist Ira Berkow captures the
spirit of America's pasttime in this collection of opinions, stories,
and observations from his long and distinguished career. From memories
of Ted Williams and Satchel Paige to reflections on Jackie Robinson,
Barry Bonds, and the soul of the beloved game, this work combines
Berkow's eye for detail with the comedy and drama revealed by the
subjects themselves, bringing to life some of the most famous baseball
personalities from the last half century.