The Pittsburgh Pirates are one of baseball's oldest franchises, and they boast a fascinating, multifaceted history.

The Pirates have won five World Series, started the first all-African American lineup, and played host to some of the best and worst players in Major League Baseball. From the "We Are Fam-A-Lee" glory days of 1979 to the 15-season losing streak of recent years; from Roberto Clemente to Hal Smith; and from Fred Clarke to Dave Littlefield and his replacement, John Russell, at the end of the 2007 season, the Pittsburgh Pirates have always been a mix of good, bad, and ugly.

Their stories are collected here in a volume that Pirates fans everywhere will be sure to enjoy.