Download or read book Touching Base written by Steven A. Riess and published by University of Illinois Press. This book was released on 2023-12-11 with total page 332 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The revised and expanded edition of Touching Base examines the myths, realities, symbols, and rituals of America's national pastime. Steven Riess details the relationships among urban politics, communities, and baseball while exploring how Progressive Era sensibilities shaped debates over issues like Sunday games, ballpark construction, and promotion of the games. Focusing on Atlanta, New York, and Chicago, Riess looks at all the participants--from spectators to owners to players--in analyzing how baseball both influenced and mirrored broader society.