I Can See Clearly Now
Author | : | |
Rating | : | 4.75 (703 Votes) |
Asin | : | 1593300131 |
Format Type | : | paperback |
Number of Pages | : | 264 Pages |
Publish Date | : | 2017-08-28 |
Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
Meanwhile, it was Ryne who was in fear and his drinking that was out of control, turning the All-Star and World Series hero into a chronic alcoholic, who attempted suicide several times to stop the pain. Now as he completes his 35th year of sobriety, Duren shares his reflections on alcohol, baseball, and life.. In 1968, after suffering more than 25 years, Duren overcame his addiction, and turned his competitive spirit to helping others. For effect, a warm-up pitch would go sailing back to the screen. Ryne Duren terrified major league batters, pitching 100 mph while squinting through thick, dark sunglasses
Bill Emblom said The Cleansing of Ryne Duren. I would divide this book into two parts namely baseball and the abuse of alcohol not necessarily in that order. I remember when Ryne Duren struck terror into the hearts and minds of opposing batters. Ryne's models in his youth gave him the belief that being an imbibe. Good story about his struggle with alcoholism and eventual success Amazon Customer Good story about his struggle with alcoholism and eventual success at controlling it. Thereafter he truly accomplished much in life by helping others suffering the same disease. He may not have made the baseball HOF but was a hall of famer in far more important matte. "A STORY OF BASEBALL, ADDICTION, LIFE AND RECOVERY" according to COOL JEWEL. THIS IS THE STORY OF RYNE DUREN EX BASEBALL PITCHER. IN THIS EXCELLENT ACCOUNT, YOU READ ABOUT HIS LIFE IN BASEBALL, ADDICTION TO ALCOHOL AND HIS RECOVERY. IT IS A LESSON FOR ALL PEOPLE CONCERNING ADDICTION TO DRUGS AND ALCOHOL. IT IS QUITE SCARY AND FUNNY. SOME OF H