Nobody Baby But Mine: The Captivating Story of the Chicago Stars, the Unstoppable Women Who Changed the Face of Baseball

Nobody Baby But Mine

By Susan K. Cahn

Nobody's Baby But Mine (Chicago Stars Book 3)

by Susan Elizabeth Phillips

4.5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	980 KB
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Screen Reader	:	Supported
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Print length	:	384 pages

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: 978-0307454429

Publication Date: March 28, 2023

Publisher: Crown

Pages: 368

Binding: Hardcover

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About the Book

In Nobody Baby But Mine, Susan K. Cahn brings to life the extraordinary journey of the Chicago Stars, the first all-female baseball team that defied societal norms and blazed a trail for women in sports. Through meticulous research and firsthand accounts, Cahn paints a vivid portrait of these remarkable women who overcame countless obstacles to pursue their passion for baseball.

Led by the indomitable Mae Faggs, the Stars emerged during a time when women were expected to stay home and raise children. But these women refused to be confined by societal expectations. They organized their own team, played in front of sold-out crowds, and even took on men's teams. Their unwavering determination and love for the game inspired countless others and forever changed the landscape of baseball.

Nobody Baby But Mine tells the story of the Chicago Stars from their humble beginnings to their triumphant rise as one of the most successful women's baseball teams in history. Along the way, we meet the extraordinary women who made up the team, including Mamie Johnson, the first woman to play professional baseball against men; Connie Morgan, the team's star pitcher; and Effa Manley, the team's business manager who fought tirelessly for the rights of women in baseball.

Nobody Baby But Mine is more than just a sports story. It is a story of courage, determination, and the power of dreams. It is a story that will inspire and empower readers of all ages. If you love baseball, if you admire strong women, or if you simply believe in the power of the human spirit, then you will love Nobody Baby But Mine.

Reviews

"Nobody Baby But Mine is a triumph. Susan K. Cahn has captured the indomitable spirit of the Chicago Stars and brought their remarkable story to life. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in baseball, women's history, or the American experience." - Doris Kearns Goodwin, Pulitzer Prize-winning author of Team of Rivals

"A fascinating and inspiring story about a group of women who refused to be defined by the limits of their time. Nobody Baby But Mine is a testament to the power of perseverance and the indomitable spirit of the human heart." - Jane Leavy, author of The Big Fella: Babe Ruth and the World He Created

"Susan K. Cahn has written a captivating and essential book about the Chicago Stars. Nobody Baby But Mine is a story of courage, determination, and the transformative power of sports. This book will stay with me long after I finish reading it." - Kim Todd, author of Sensational: The Hidden History of America's "Girl Stunts"

About the Author

Susan K. Cahn is an award-winning author and journalist whose work has appeared in The New York Times, The Washington Post, and Sports Illustrated. She is the author of several books, including Coming On Strong: Gender and Sexuality in Twentieth-Century Women's Sports and The Great Relief: The Battle for Gay Rights in America.

Cahn's passion for baseball and her commitment to social justice led her to write Nobody Baby But Mine. She spent years researching the Chicago Stars and interviewing the team's surviving members. The result is a book that is both historically rigorous and deeply moving.