No Easy Way

The Story of Ted Williams and the Last .400 Season

Author Fred Bowen
Illustrated by Chuck Pyle
Ted Williams hit .406 for the season in 1941? a feat not matched since. In this inspirational picture book, authentic sportswriting and rich, classic illustrations bring to life the truly spectacular story of the Red Sox legend, whose hard work and perseverance make him the perfect role model for baseball enthusiasts of all ages.
Fred Bowen is a weekly columnist for The Washington Post, where he writes a sports section called The Score that's just for kids. He lives in Maryland.

Charles S. Pyle teaches illustration at the Academy of Art in San Francisco. He lives in Sonoma County, California.

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Ted Williams hit .406 for the season in 1941? a feat not matched since. In this inspirational picture book, authentic sportswriting and rich, classic illustrations bring to life the truly spectacular story of the Red Sox legend, whose hard work and perseverance make him the perfect role model for baseball enthusiasts of all ages.

Author

Fred Bowen is a weekly columnist for The Washington Post, where he writes a sports section called The Score that's just for kids. He lives in Maryland.

Charles S. Pyle teaches illustration at the Academy of Art in San Francisco. He lives in Sonoma County, California.
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