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The Friends of the Bigelow Free Public Library are pleased to announce a book presentation and book signing event on Olde Home Day 2011.

Clinton resident Larry Canale, author, columnist at Sports Collector Digest and editor-in-chief of the Antiques Roadshow Insider, will be selling and signing copies of his new book Mickey Mantle: Memories and Memorabilia at the Library.

Don't miss this fantastic opportunity to hear about and then buy this sensational tribute to the legendary Mickey Mantle and to increase the future value of this captivating piece of memorabilia with Mr. Canale's signature in it!

From the publisher, Krause Books:

"This captivating book celebrates the life and times surrounding one of the finest baseball players to grace the diamond.

During his storied 18-year career with the New York Yankees, Mickey Mantle captured the hearts and the imagination of a generation of fans. A three-time American League MVP, Mantle helped the Yankees win seven World Series with a rare combination of speed and power. His amazing career included a Triple Crown in 1956, and in 1961 he and teammate Roger Maris produced the most memorable home run race in the history of baseball.

Lavishly illustrated, this Mantle tribute features hundreds of historical and rare images, as well as memorabilia spanning his entire career--including his third and final MVP Award from 1962 and his unsigned 1969 player's contract, a stark symbol of the end of a remarkable career. Sprinkled throughout are personal, loving memories of fans touched by the greatness of The Mick--one of the most beloved sports figures of all time."