Titles by Susan Slusser

<div>Throughout their history, the Oakland Athletics have been one of the most audacious and individual franchises in all of baseball. As the longtime radio voice of the A&#39;s, Ken Korach has called countless improbable, unforgettable moments. As the <em>San Francisco Chronicle&#39;s</em> veteran beat reporter, Susan Slusser has become the preeminent scribe of the A&#39;s modern era. Both have witnessed more than their share of team history up close and personal. In<em> If These Walls Could Talk: Oakland A&#39;s</em>, Korach and Slusser provide insight into the A&#39;s inner sanctum as only they can. Readers will gain the perspective of players, coaches, and front office executives in times of greatness as well as defeat, making for a keepsake no fan will want to miss.</div>

<div>With traditions, records, and team lore, this lively, detailed book explores the personalities, events, and facts every Athletics fan should know. This guide to all things A&#39;s covers the team’s history in Oakland since the franchise moved there in 1968, including the Charlie O. Finley dynasty years, the “Earthquake Series” and rivalry with the San Francisco Giants, and the team’s four World Series titles in Oakland. Author Susan Slusser has collected every essential piece of A&#39;s knowledge and trivia, including Billy Beane and <em>Moneyball</em>, Stomper, the “Bash Brothers,” and Josh Donaldson, as well as must-do activities, and ranks them from 1 to 100, providing an entertaining and easy-to-follow checklist for fans of all ages.</div>