Pittsburgh Pirates (America's Game)
It stands out because it asks for less time than many of the longer volumes on this page.
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Catalog books
11
Works
1996 to 2000
Strongest span
Chris W. Sehnert writes concise, accessible sports histories for younger readers. His Pittsburgh Pirates entry in the America's Game series distills the team’s story into a compact, illustrated format that highlights key seasons, notable players, and fan traditions in a way that suits classroom and library use.
Sehnert’s approach emphasizes clarity and narrative momentum: short chapters, focused milestones, and visual support keep readers engaged while conveying the Pirates’ identity and legacy. The book works as an introductory overview for fans beginning to explore baseball history or for readers seeking a quick, reliable team profile.
Pittsburgh Pirates (America's Game)
Abdo & Daughters Publishing • 1997 • quick commitment
It stands out because it asks for less time than many of the longer volumes on this page.
Best known for: Children's sports history • Illustrated team profile • Concise, factual writing
Genres and themes: Sports • Baseball • Team biographies • Youth nonfiction
Who this author is best for: Good for young readers or adults seeking a short, illustrated overview of the Pittsburgh Pirates.
Start with the listed America's Game title for a brief, picture-rich introduction to the team.
Pittsburgh Pirates (America's Game)
Abdo & Daughters Publishing • 1997 • quick commitment
UPB note: year signal: 1997 • 32 pages.
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Abdo Pub Co • 1997 • quick commitment
UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1997 • 32 pages.
Abdo Pub Co • 1997 • quick commitment
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UPB note: one of the most common used-copy publishers for this author • year signal: 1996 • 31 pages.
Abdo Pub Co • 1996 • quick commitment
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Checkerboard Library • 1998
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