I really wish there was more out there about women's baseball, aside from A League of Their Own. Thank you, Debra Shattuck.

Fascinating subject told with entertaining and informative stories.

Bloomer Girls tells the history of female baseball players during the 19th century and the trials and tribulations that naturally ensue. From an era of strictness and propriety, this book shines a light on the controversy of women 'daring' to play sport- and be good at it!

A great read for anyone with an interest in history, women in sport, femininsm or sheer intrigue of life during a chapter of not so far away history.

This was an interesting topic, lots of information, and very thick with the details. I particularly enjoyed the chapter on the various colleges where female students were playing baseball, such as Vassar and Smith Colleges. However it believe this book is better as a reference book instead of one to read for pleasure. It is good for baseball scholars or those studying women's history, but not one I would recommend for baseball fans.

I really enjoyed this history of women in baseball. My knowledge on the history was limited to A League of Their Own, so I was very intrigued to learn just how much farther back the history actually goes. I found this book extremely interesting and plan to buy a copy for my aunt who I think will love this book. She loves baseball and has played softball her entire life.