Mathewson

[SuperChief]

I'm looking for a comphrensive biography of Christy Mathewson, something in the nature of "Cobb" by Al Stump. Any suggestions?

[Max Power]

Some seemed to like this one:http://www.amazon.com/exec/obidos/ASIN/0803282125/ref=pd_bxgy_img_2/104-7084763-1911100

[Craig S.]

Ray Robinson wrote one called Matty back in the mid-90s. It's not great - mainly due to Robinson's writing - but it's probably the best "outside" look at Mathewson.

I think Max's recommendation is a good one, since it gives you the scoop from the inside. Reading the two in tandem might give you a pretty full picture of Matty.

[sweaver]

"Pitching in a Pinch," the book Mathewson wrote himself, gives insight to the man.

Ah, that was Max's link. You gotta give the title, son!

[pathogan]

Matty has not been given the full treatment yet{Robinsons bio was soft}. Th novelTHE CELEBRANT semed to capture Matty and his times better then The robinson bio.Pitching in a pinch is fine...

[SuperChief]

I've been surprised by the lack of coverage that Matty has received, but I appreciate the suggestions and will give them a look. :)

[sweaver]

I say this without having read it, but Alexander's bio of John McGraw would likely deal extensively with Matty.

[SmedIndy]

Matthewson was so well spoken and thoughful, and his book was so great, I think many have shied away from him.

[VNV Nation]

There are many many books discussing the McGraw Giants, and of course, Matty is a central figure on those teams.

[pwdennis]

Stay away from any of the biographies written about Matty during the 50s or 60s - they are all fluff