The history of ballparks tracks the history of American cities.
Ballpark: Baseball in the American City
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Pulitzer Prize-winning architectural critic Paul Goldberger shares an entirely new look at the history of baseball, as told through the stories of the stadiums where the game is played. Reminding us that baseball’s history is a mirror of our cultural history, Goldberger explores how America’s favorite pastime has shaped our cities, both physically and psychologically. Stick around after the event for a book signing with Paul Goldberger.
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