Penguin: The Curse of the Bambino – Baseball Folklore Revisited

Relive baseball folklore

Penguin's The Curse of the Bambino invites readers into decades of Red Sox–Yankees drama, blending history with the energy of game-day memories. Dan Shaughnessy, a trusted Boston Globe voice, updates a legendary narrative, balancing context with vivid storytelling that resonates with fans old and new.

What you’ll discover

• Riveting anecdotes that sit within a larger arc of pride, rivalry, and cultural memory.
• Scenes and details that bring to life famous misplays and championship pursuits without reducing them to simple turning points.

Inside the pages

Beyond the curse lore, the book explores how past moments shaped the sports culture of New England, how media narratives formed, and how a city’s identity can become entwined with a team’s fortunes.

• Accessible storytelling that appeals to casual readers and baseball historians alike.
• A sense of stadium atmosphere, fan rituals, and the dramatic rhythm of postseason hopes.

Who should read this

Ideal for baseball fans who enjoy folklore, history, and behind-the-scenes narratives, as well as collectors seeking a lively portrait of a storied rivalry.

Notes: Benefits are presented as possibilities revealed through narrative exploration, not guarantees of outcomes. The book offers a meaningful connection to a defining chapter in American sports.