Raised in the Dominican Republic, signed by the Seattle Mariners, and released by the Minnesota Twins, David Ortiz landed in baseball-crazy Boston, of all places. Generally regarded as an underachiever to that point in his career, Ortiz blossomed into one of the most feared and adored sluggers in baseball while altering the course of the game's history, helping Boston win its first World Series in eighty-six years and thereby breaking the infamous "Curse of the Bambino."

Along the way, Ortiz established his place as a truly Ruthian figure in the annals of our national pastime: an imposing figure in the batter's box, yet an endearing man to the young, particularly in his native Dominican Republic, where he has focused his charitable efforts on improving the health of children. The son of two caring parents, and a loving father of three, Ortiz is a hero to many.

Now, in his memoir, the man affectionately known as "Big Papi" recounts his life from growing up in an impoverished area of the Dominican Republic (where baseball is king) to his ascension in Boston (where he became one). Ortiz discusses, in detail, his historic and record-setting performances as a member of the Red Sox, his exploding popularity, the challenges of playing in Boston, and life in the Red Sox clubhouse.

BIG PAPI is a unique memoir by a charismatic man who appeals to young and old, on the baseball field or off.

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Hardcover: 288 pages Publisher: St. Martin's Press (April 17, 2007) Language: English ISBN-10: 0312366337 ISBN-13: 978-0312366339 Product Dimensions: 9.4 x 6.2 x 1.1 inches Shipping Weight: 1.2 pounds (View shipping rates and policies) Average Customer Review: based on 4 reviews. (Write a review.) Amazon.com Sales Rank: #349 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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EXCELLENT!!, April 25, 2007 Reviewer: Terry Gordon "terrygordon" (New York, NY USA) - See all my reviews This is not one of those typical celebrity books that goes on for pages about how great the author is. This is an amazing story about a man who overcame everything to get to where he is. It's got heartbreak, humor, great baseball stories and insight into who Big Papi really is. Truly an excellent, excellent book.

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Great Book About A Great Person, April 23, 2007 Reviewer: Scrooge (Cygnus X1) - See all my reviews You cant help but love Big Papi. This book is just further proof of Papi's triumphs on and off the field. He overcame a lot to get where he is today, and this book tells you the whole story. He is a unique individual that has given back to the community ten fold. Hes a great baseball player, but he's even a better human being.

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Big Papi Rocks!, April 22, 2007 Reviewer: Music Lover (new york, ny USA) - See all my reviews It's really a joy to watch this gentle giant add so much to my beloved Red Sox. His intensity at the plate is unmatched. He really is a role model to many. This book is cool. Long may he reign!

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Big Papi is why Red Sox Rock and Yankees Blow...., April 22, 2007 Reviewer: Vahan (Vancouver, BC) - See all my reviews This was an awesome book. Though I'm puzzled why Ortiz never won an MVP. He's so incredible, and a gifted author.

This book makes it clear why the Red Sox are marching on to yet another World Series Championship, and why the overspent Yankees will likely never win another championship again.

Perhaps the most eloquent statement ever made about the Red Sox and Yankees was made by a sportscaster who said "There's no doubt that the Yankees are a group of highly talented players. But the Red Sox are a team of talented players, and everyone knows who the heart of that team is."

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