Joe DiMaggio : The Hero's Life

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Joe DiMaggio was, at every turn, one man we could look at who made us feel good.

In the hard-knuckled thirties, he was the immigrant boy who made it big—and spurred the New York Yankees to a new era of dynasty. He was Broadway Joe, the icon of elegance, the man who wooed and won Marilyn Monroe—the most beautiful girl America could dream up.

Joe DiMaggio was a mirror of our best self. And he was also the loneliest hero we ever had.

In this groundbreaking biography, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Richard Ben Cramer presents a shocking portrait of a complicated, enigmatic life. The story that DiMaggio never wanted told, tells of his grace—and greed; his dignity, pride—and hidden shame. It is a story that sweeps through the twentieth century, bringing to light not just America's national game, but the birth (and the price) of modern national celebrity.

  • Author: Richard Ben Cramer
  • Paperback: 560 pages
  • Published: October, 2001
  • Dimensions: 5.5 x 1.2 x 8.4 inches
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Joe DiMaggio’s grace and class transcended the playing field into American culture. His ability at the plate and in centerfield led Hall of Fame manager Connie Mack to note, “DiMaggio is the best player that ever lived.” “Joltin’ Joe’s” 56-game hitting streak in 1941 helped him to the second of three Most Valuable Player awards. The “Yankee Clipper” was an All-Star every season during his 13-year career. At baseball’s 1969 Centennial Celebration, he was named the game’s greatest living player.

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Joe DiMaggio was, at every turn, one man we could look at who made us feel good.

In the hard-knuckled thirties, he was the immigrant boy who made it big—and spurred the New York Yankees to a new era of dynasty. He was Broadway Joe, the icon of elegance, the man who wooed and won Marilyn Monroe—the most beautiful girl America could dream up.

Joe DiMaggio was a mirror of our best self. And he was also the loneliest hero we ever had.

In this groundbreaking biography, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist Richard Ben Cramer presents a shocking portrait of a complicated, enigmatic life. The story that DiMaggio never wanted told, tells of his grace—and greed; his dignity, pride—and hidden shame. It is a story that sweeps through the twentieth century, bringing to light not just America's national game, but the birth (and the price) of modern national celebrity.

  • Author: Richard Ben Cramer
  • Paperback: 560 pages
  • Published: October, 2001
  • Dimensions: 5.5 x 1.2 x 8.4 inches
Player Biography
Joe DiMaggio’s grace and class transcended the playing field into American culture. His ability at the plate and in centerfield led Hall of Fame manager Connie Mack to note, “DiMaggio is the best player that ever lived.” “Joltin’ Joe’s” 56-game hitting streak in 1941 helped him to the second of three Most Valuable Player awards. The “Yankee Clipper” was an All-Star every season during his 13-year career. At baseball’s 1969 Centennial Celebration, he was named the game’s greatest living player.

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JERSEY SIZE 40 44 48 52 56 60
Size Equivalent S M L XL 2XL 3XL 4XL
Chest 34 - 36" 38 - 40" 42 - 44" 46 - 48" 50 - 52" 54 - 56" 58 - 60"
Waist 28 - 30" 32 - 34" 36 - 38" 40 - 42" 44 - 46" 48 - 50" 52 - 54"
Hip 34 - 36" 38 - 40" 42 - 44" 46 - 48" 50 - 52" 54 - 56" 58 - 60"