Curveball: How I Discovered True Fulfillment After Chasing Fortune and Fame

After watching his career as a professional baseball player go down in flames, Barry Zito discovered a real connection with God and a renewed passion for life. He shares his story in his book "Curveball," offering readers a path through adversity and toward a life defined by true success.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 272 pages
Publication date: 14 September 2021
Publisher: Thomas Nelson Publishers

After witnessing the tragic demise of his professional baseball career, Barry Zito embarked on a profound journey of self-discovery and spiritual awakening. Following a successful stint with the San Francisco Giants, where he secured a seven-year, $126 million contract in 2007, Zito's career began to decline rapidly. He found himself sitting on the bench, watching as his team secured the World Series title in 2010. During this challenging period, Zito confronted the destructive nature of his ego and his relentless pursuit of being perceived as the best. He also encountered a profound sense of connection with God and a renewed appreciation for the beauty of life.

In his autobiography, Curveball, Zito shares his story with raw honesty and transparency, encompassing both the highs and lows of his journey. Through his experiences, he offers readers a roadmap to navigate through adversity and cultivate a life defined by true success. Zito's story is a testament to the resilience of the human spirit and the power of faith to guide us through difficult times. It reminds us that our accomplishments and external achievements do not define our worth or happiness. Instead, it is the inner peace and fulfillment we find within ourselves that truly brings us contentment and fulfillment.

Weight: 240g
Dimension: 139 x 213 x 20 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9780785227847