Burning truths from Billy's bat : A graphic description of the remarkable conversion of Rev. "Billy" Sunday (the world's famous evangelist)—embodying anecdotes, terse sayings, etc., compiled from various sources

Born in a modest log cabin in rural Iowa, Billy grew up amid hardship and wandering jobs—from farmhand to fireman, hearse driver to baseball player. His restless energy found a home on the diamond, where he earned a place on the local White Stocking team and learned the camaraderie of the sport. Yet the same restless spirit also led him into the noisy streets and saloons of Chicago, where the temptations of his era lingered.

One night, after a bout of drinking with his teammates, a sudden chorus of hymns drifting from a nearby mission stirred something deep within him. Overwhelmed, he walked away from the crowd, fell to his knees, and felt a decisive turn toward a higher calling. The support of a few unexpected friends—both on and off the field—bolstered his resolve, setting him on a path that would reshape his life forever.

The book gathers vivid anecdotes, sharp sayings, and lively recollections that trace Billy’s early struggles and the spark that ignited his transformation. Listeners will hear the raw energy of a man who swapped a baseball bat for a pulpit, discovering the powerful voice that would later echo across stadiums and sanctuaries alike.