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The book captures all the flash and glory of being a major-league star at the top of his game...as well as the struggles faced by other hopefuls who have to take a longer, tougher road. For many of these men, the realities of the system&#151and the tension of illegal immigration&#151intrude on the dream. Discover what becomes of them, and explore the rich background of baseball and the Latin American world, in Far From Home. With sports interest for the baseball fan...timely issues for the history buff...and great images for the photography enthusiast...it is perfectly positioned for Father’s Day and a must-read for all who love the national game.]]> 345548 3.46 24 7 880009 4.00 1 1 2008 0 0 false Thu May 01 09:51:31 -0700 2008 Wed May 21 08:46:55 -0700 2008