Bill Wise,Adam Gustavson
William Hoy loved baseball. Growing up in the 1860s and â€™70s, he dreamed of one day playing in the major leagues. A far-off fantasy for many boys, fulfilling this dream was even more of a long shot for William, who was deaf.,Striving to find his place in a hearing world, Hoy became a shoemaker. He took pride in his work, but baseball was still his real love. When an amateur team coach saw him playing behind the shoemakerâ€™s shop, Hoy dazzled the coach with his hard-hitting skills. Moving from amateur clubs to the minor leagues and eventually to the majors, Hoy proved himself again and againâ€”overcoming obstacles and becoming a star both on and off the baseball diamond.,Silent Star: The Story of Deaf Major Leaguer William Hoy is a tribute to one of the most inspirational figures in baseball history. A talented player with a standout record, Hoy is a shining example that success in life should not be measured by differences but by drive and determination.,From publisher's website
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Silent Star: The Story of Deaf Major Leaguer William Hoy