Touching Second: The Science of Baseball is a book written by John J. Evers and originally published in 1910. The book explores the game of baseball and delves into the scientific principles that underlie its mechanics and strategies. Evers, a former professional baseball player and manager, draws on his extensive experience in the sport to provide insights into the physics of hitting, pitching, and fielding. He also discusses the psychological aspects of the game, such as the importance of strategy and mental toughness. The book is a comprehensive guide to the science of baseball and is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the intricacies of this beloved American pastime.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.