Download or read book The Origins and History of the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League written by Merrie A. Fidler and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2006 with total page 410 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: "This study begins with a brief history of women's softball, noting its importance as a precursor to, and talent pool for, women's professional baseball. Next the book investigates changing league administration and organization. Publicity and promotional philosophy and practices receive particular attention. Later chapters cover team administrative structure, team managers, and chaperones"--Provided by publisher.