I wish to make the Ballparks List membership aware of the availability of a new research-oriented book about ballparks.  This book, of which I am the author, was recently published by McFarland & Company Inc.  The scope of the book is indicated by the book’s subtitle: A Comprehensive Study of Their Dimensions, Configurations, and Effects on Batting, 1901-1919.  Although there are a moderate number of ballpark photos. it is not a ballparks picture book.  The intent of the book is to document which ballparks were in use in the Deadball Era, their configurations/dimensions, and quantitatively measure their impact on batting.  I realize that not a lot of people know about my book, "Ballparks of the Deadball Era," so I thought I'd mention it and provide a link to excerpts I've posted to the seamheads web site for those of you who may be interested in checking it out.  The excerpts deal with two lesser known Deadball major league ballparks-Burns Park in Detroit, and Oriole Park IV in Baltimore.  If you're already familiar with it and you've read it, are in the process of reading it, or plan on reading it soon, I'd appreciate any feedback you can give me.  This is my first book and any constructive criticism (or praise) is welcome.

Here's that link I promised:

Two http://seamheads.com/blog/ballparks-of-the-deadball-era/

Ron Selter