Angels in the Ozarks

 
by J.B. Hogan

Step back in time to the summer of 1940, when professional baseball in Fayetteville met its untimely demise, leaving a void that has never been filled. In the captivating pages of "Angels in the Ozarks," the remarkable story of a nearly forgotten Class D minor league unfolds before your eyes—an extraordinary league that holds the title of the "smallest league that ever functioned in organized baseball." As you delve into the narrative, a bittersweet nostalgia permeates the air, drawing you into the world of the Arkansas-Missouri League and the faded glory of the Fayetteville Angels. The raucous symphony of wood meeting horsehide, the exhilaration of triumphant cheers, and the heart-wrenching cries of defeat—all of these once vibrant sounds now exist as mere whispers, floating in the ethereal realm of forgotten history. Journey into this enchanting tale, and rediscover a bygone era where dreams soared and the spirit of baseball thrived, forever leaving an indelible mark on the hearts of those who remember.

Published:
Publisher: Otterford
Genres:
Non-fiction

Tags:
sports

Reviews:John Hall, baseball historian and researcher, author of Majoring in the Minors, The KOM League Remembered and Mickey Mantle: Before the Glory, and former batboy for the Carthage (Mo.) Cubs wrote:

“Few people are still vertical who remember the Arkansas State and Arkansas/Missouri leagues. That is now changing due to the diligent efforts of Jerry Hogan who would not let that era pass into oblivion. For nearly a decade, he scoured the pages of time-worn documents, talked with scores people and searched grainy microfilm reels to bring a golden era in baseball to life for generations to come. Great job, Mr. Hogan. ”


About the Author

J.B. Hogan

J. B. Hogan is a prolific and award-winning author. He has published over 270 stories and poems.

His books, including Living Behind Time, Losing Cotton, The Rubicon, Fallen, Tin Hollow, and many more, are available from Oghma Creative Media and Amazon.com.

Other Books By J.B. Hogan

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