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Theology: How a Boy Wonder Led the Red Sox to the Promised Land |  | Author: John Frascella
Publisher: Sterling & Ross, Cambridge House Press
Category: Book
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Rating:  10 reviews
Sales Rank: 729075
Media: Paperback
Edition: Original
Pages: 208
Number Of Items: 1
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Dimensions (in): 8.6 x 5.6 x 0.6
ISBN: 0981453694
Dewey Decimal Number: 796.357092
EAN: 9780981453699
ASIN: 0981453694
Publication Date: March 25, 2009
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Product Description
Theology pieces together clues to one of baseball’s great unsolved mysteries: Boston Red Sox General Manager Theo Epstein.
In 2005, at the age of 32, and just a year after leading the Red Sox to their first World Series title in 86 years, Epstein walked away from the position he had coveted his entire life. The decision stunned Red Sox Nation and surprised fans, players, coaches, and other GMs across the country. Author John Frascella reveals the conflict behind Epstein’s sudden resignation as well as the circumstances leading to his return in 2006. He also explores Epstein’s rapid rise to the top, his managerial skills (which some question despite his obvious success), and his cutting-edge methods for evaluating players and running a professional baseball franchise. Theology gives Red Sox fans a unique perspective from which to relive their recent and current World Series victories while offering all baseball lovers an insightful account into one of the game’s most fascinating figures.
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 This is a very poorly-written book December 27, 2009
scott928s (New York, NY)
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
This book reminds me of an article one reads in Highlights for Kids in the fourth grade. There is no new information in it-- just a compilation of information culled from newspaper articles and mlb.com. I feel embarrassed to have purchased it.
 Very good book! September 12, 2009
S. Ryan (Tennessee, USA)
3 out of 3 found this review helpful
This is a very well written book. The subject is in his early 30s, so there isn't a whole lot of lifetime to cover. Being a large baseball fan, I enjoyed the coverage of his rise to GM of one of the most popular teams in the Majors and his tactics for unprecedented success. The author's writing style is easy to follow and very clear and concise. I read the book in less than a day because I could not put it down. If you love baseball and the behind-the-scenes workings, then you must read this book.
Replete with entertaining anecdotes August 17, 2009
Midwest Book Review (Oregon, WI USA)
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
In a decision that was to stun the faithful fans of the Boston Red Sox baseball team, Theo Epstein, their young and dynamic general manager at the age of 32 resigned from the team just a year after leading them to their first World Series title in 86 years. In "Theology", sports writer and baseball fan John Frascella provides a fascinating account of a remarkable man and his equally remarkable decision. Of special note is the chapter focused upon Epstein's best and worst management decisions that allows the reader to evaluate and make their own judgments. Replete with entertaining anecdotes, insights, and more than a few 'behind the scenes' secrets, "Theology" is a riveting read and recommended for all baseball enthusiasts in general, and Boston Red Sox fans in particular!
A wondeful read August 13, 2009
Dante Raine
2 out of 3 found this review helpful
As I was looking at different sports books at a nearby book store, I happened to come across "Theology" by John Frascella. Curious, I decided to give it a look and all I can say is that I'm glad I did. This book is fresh, well written, and informative. A simple read that really grasps the reader's attention and sucks them in to enjoy the bumpy ride of the Red Sox from 2003 and beyond. I recommend this book to all baseball fans, (except maybe Yankee fans!) and cannot wait for Mr.Frascella's next offering.
A Necessary Additon to anyone in Red Sox Nation's Library May 8, 2009
Debbie Pearsall (Oceanside, NY, USA)
3 out of 5 found this review helpful
Theology: How a Boy Wonder Led the Red Sox to the Promised Land's documentation of Red Sox GM Theo Epstein's life is a masterfully created story. Author John Frascella gives a purely insightful look into the world of one of the biggest faces in baseball. This is a must-read for any baseball fan, let alone the Red Sox Nation. Frascella crafts the life and struggles so well, despite never actually being able to speak with Epstein himself. Though, no one has ever actually been able to interview Epstein for a book like this. The research behind the book is phenomenal. Frascella covers every angle and has words from all those who know Epstein best. Frascella's ability to analyze Epstein's methods show his truly outstanding knowledge of all things baseball. His professionalism shines through. Any baseball fan can appreciate this piece of work, as they should. Baseball fans everywhere should read "Theology" and know exactly how the magic happens. Frascella lays down all the facts, solves all the mysteries, and answers all the questions. He's in a league of his own.
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