Book Of American Pastimes: Containing A History Of The Principal Baseball, Cricket, Rowing, And Yachting Clubs Of The United States (1866)

The Book of American Pastimes is a historical account of the most popular sports clubs in the United States during the mid-19th century. Written by Charles A. Peverelly and first published in 1866, the book covers the history of baseball, cricket, rowing, and yachting clubs across the country. It provides detailed information on the origins, development, and achievements of these clubs, as well as the notable players and events that shaped the sports. The book also includes illustrations and photographs of the clubs, their members, and their equipment. This informative and engaging book is a valuable resource for sports enthusiasts, historians, and anyone interested in the social and cultural history of the United States.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.