At The Book Shelf Dec.08 2008 by Tom Swift
I heard the name Chris Livingston long before the book was published. I’m eager to see his renowned bookstore, which I will visit on Saturday evening when I will share Charles Bender’s story with anyone who’d like to listen and sign copies for anyone who would like to receive one. Hope to see you there. [...]

"Chief Bender's Burden" has won the 2009 Seymour Medal, which recognizes the best work of baseball history during the preceding calendar year. Thanks awards committee, Dorothy Seymour Mills, the Society for American Baseball Research, and readers!


