24: Life Stories and Lessons from the Say Hey Kid
24: Life Stories and Lessons from the Say Hey Kid is Willie Mays’s memoir, arranged into 24 chapters that connect his major-league career with lessons about family, community, and pursuing goals. The Kindle listing describes an illustrated edition with photos and a foreword by Bob Costas.
At a glance
- The 24 chapters correspond to Mays’s uniform number.
- Combines career memories and baseball history with personal lessons and reflections.
- Listing says the illustrated edition includes photos and a foreword by Bob Costas.
Pros and cons
Pros
- The chapter structure offers a clear thematic entry point for readers interested in both baseball and Mays’s life beyond the field.
- Its memoir-and-lessons format may appeal to readers seeking personal reflections alongside baseball stories.
Technical specifications
12 specifications| Publisher | St. Martin's Press |
|---|---|
| Publication date | May 12, 2020 |
| Edition | Illustrated |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 338 pages |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1250230430 |
| File size | 138.6 MB |
|---|---|
| Screen Reader | Supported |
| Enhanced typesetting | Enabled |
| X-Ray | Enabled |
| Word Wise | Enabled |
| Page Flip | Enabled |
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Willie Mays fans interested in his own account of his life and baseball career.
- Baseball readers looking for a memoir that also addresses family, community, and personal values.
- Gift buyers choosing a book for a baseball fan.
Less suited to
- Readers looking specifically for a tactical guide to playing baseball or a strictly statistical career reference.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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Customer feedback highlights engaging writing and compelling stories about Mays’s life and career, with readers appreciating both personal insights and descriptions of his on-field accomplishments. For readers choosing a memoir rather than a purely statistical account, those reported strengths fit the book’s blend of career memories and life lessons. Feedback also describes it as a gift option for baseball fans. The aggregate ratings are mostly five-star, though ratings alone cannot explain the experiences behind them.
Positive themes
- Readers describe the book as well-written and engaging.
- Feedback appreciates stories about both Mays’s personal life and baseball career.
- Some readers recommend it as a gift for baseball fans.
Frequently asked questions
What is 24: Life Stories and Lessons from the Say Hey Kid about?
Willie Mays shares stories from his life and major-league career, alongside reflections on family, community, and the lessons he says shaped him.
Why does the book have 24 chapters?
The listing says the 24 chapters correspond to Willie Mays’s uniform number.
Does the listing say the edition includes photographs?
Yes. The book description says it includes photos and a foreword by Bob Costas.
What does customer feedback say about the book?
Customer feedback describes the writing as engaging and the stories as compelling, including insights into Mays as a person as well as his baseball career.
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