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The Art of Fielding

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In 'Fielding,' Baseball Meets The White Whale

Chad Harbach's debut novel, The Art of Fielding, is as much about literary fiction as it is about baseball. The book follows a talented college shortstop destined for big-league stardom — until a routine throw goes wrong and his life starts to fall apart.

In 'Fielding,' Baseball Meets The White Whale

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Best Books Of 2011

Year-End Fiction Wrap-Up: The 10 Best Novels Of 2011

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2011 was a terrific year for fiction — both from first-time novelists and much-decorated veterans. Maureen Corrigan's recommendations range from Karen Russell's dazzling debut, to David Foster Wallace's posthumously published novel, to what may be the Sept. 11 novel.

Year-End Wrap-Up: The 10 Best Novels Of 2011

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The Art of Fielding

Author Interviews

Zen And 'The Art of Fielding': Baseball As Life

Chad Harbach's acclaimed debut novel, The Art Of Fielding, is full of wins and losses. But when a star player chokes, the book raises big questions about the things we chase in life — and what happens when we fall short.

Zen And 'The Art of Fielding': Baseball As Life

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