You Know Me Al
You Know Me Al
Fiction | Novel | Adult | Published in 1914
Book Brief
208
Novel • Fiction
United States • 1910s
1914
Adult
13+ years
Super Short Summary
You Know Me Al by Ring Lardner is a 1916 novel consisting of letters from a barely literate pro baseball player, Jack Keefe, to his friend Al Blanchard, chronicling Jack's comedic misadventures as he rises from minor league player in Terre Haute to pitcher for the Chicago White Sox in 1914, facing various personal and professional challenges while demonstrating flawed character traits that hinder his development.
Humorous
Nostalgic
Bittersweet
Reviews & Readership
Review Roundup
You Know Me Al by Ring Lardner is praised for its humor and the authentic voice of its protagonist, offering a vivid portrayal of early 20th-century baseball culture. Critics appreciate Lardner's satirical take on sports and its characters. However, some find the narrative style dated and the protagonist unlikable. Overall, it remains a compelling read for sports and literature enthusiasts alike.
Who Should Read You Know Me Al?
A reader who enjoys You Know Me Al by Ring Lardner will appreciate its witty, vernacular style and satirical take on early 20th-century baseball culture. Fans of The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn by Mark Twain and The Catcher in the Rye by J.D. Salinger, with their unique voices and keen social observations, will feel right at home.
208
Novel • Fiction
United States • 1910s
1914
Adult
13+ years
We’re just getting started
Add this title to our list of requested Study Guides!