The Death and Resurrection of Baseball

Echoes from a Distant Past

By: William R. Douglas

Narrated by: Rodney Tompkins

Award Winning! Narrated by the up-and-coming Rodney Tompkins!

* 2023 Readers' Favorite International Book Award Finalist - Sports Fiction

* 2023 Independent Author Network Book Award Finalist - New Book (40K - 80K Words)

* Featured in the Autumn 2023 Edition of "Clean Fiction" E-zine"...Douglas' novel opens with a classic cinematic set-up. It's one straight out of Spielberg's oeuvre..."- gagaoverbooks.com

In the year 2166, baseball is just a distant memory, lost to history in the aftermath of a devastating second American Civil War a hundred years earlier. But, when Joe Scott, a curious 12-year-old, stumbles upon a relic from the distant past, from before the war, it sparks a search for its meaning. Little does he know that the wheels of Providence have been unwittingly set in motion which leads him on an epic quest of adventure and discovery.

Full of heart, and a deep love of the game, The Death and Resurrection of Baseball is a thrilling tale of perseverance and triumph against all odds. Join Joe Scott, his family, and friends on their journey to rediscover the magic of baseball and prove that some traditions are worth preserving, no matter how far out into the future we go.

Praise for the Death and Resurrection of Baseball:

"Connecting the past and this imagining of the future gives readers insight into the major problems of the present world, whilst also delivering a classic story with suspense, action, intrigue, and, perhaps most importantly, hope"- K.C. Finn, Readers' Favorite (Five-Star Review)

"Absolutely an amazing book to read! If you are looking for “that” book to read, this book is for you - young, old, and forever the young at heart."- Janis Melillo, Host of "Stories That Inspire Us" Podcast

"This was my first Kindle book, and I picked an excellent book to start Kindle reading with. I liked it so well I got it for a Christmas gift for one of my nephews."- Don Wardlow, Retired Baseball Radio Broadcaster, Host of "The Baseball Lifer" Podcast

PLEASE NOTE: When you purchase this title, the accompanying PDF will be available in your Audible Library along with the audio.

©2022 William R. Douglas (P)2023 William R. Douglas

Critic reviews

"...Douglas' novel opens with a classic cinematic set-up. It's one straight out of Spielberg's oeuvre..." —gagaoverbooks.com

"Connecting the past and this imagining of the future gives readers insight into the major problems of the present world, whilst also delivering a classic story with suspense, action, intrigue, and, perhaps most importantly, hope" —K.C. Finn, Readers' Favorite (Five-Star Review)

"The epicness of this tale, and the sheer creativity of Douglas, is enough to make you overlook the fact that every character is nearly flawless and awash in politeness. But maybe that's part of what makes this feel-good story work." —Michael Popke, Award-Winning Journalist

Well written, passionate and compelling

The time is 2166 and America has gone through a catastrophic second civil war in which everything from the past has been erased or forgotten. That is until 12-year-old Joe Scott stumbles across a sign that reads: No Pepper. Intrigued to discover the meaning of this relic from the past, he sets into motion the rediscovery of baseball and the consuming passion known for the sport.

The author, William R. Douglas, weaves a magical storyline around the history of baseball with a creative storyline that allows the listeners to rediscover or in some cases learn about baseball and its history. Creatively done, the historical aspect of baseball is well presented. The dialogue is well done and keeps the story moving forward at a good pace. While the story is slow-moving at times, it is important to grasp the fervor surrounding baseball. The connections that baseball fosters and how those connections manifest. Well researched and for a first-time writer, he communicates this passion vividly and completely. The ending was well done and drove home the true passion, love, and need for the sport.

The narrator, Rodney Tompkins delivered a well-voiced performance providing unique voices for each character to help the listener keep them straight. His deliberate pauses and cadence enriched an already interesting story further.

I am not a sports fan, but I did find this story very interesting and enjoyable as it was a much deeper story delving into the emotional connections.

I highly recommend.

There were no issues with the quality or production of this audiobook.