by Derek Jeter
First published 2014
Derek Jeter steps into his twentieth season knowing it will be his last. The Yankees captain walks through empty stadiums before dawn, lifts weights in solitude, and faces reporters who want to capture every moment of his farewell tour. Christopher Anderson's camera follows him everywhere during 2014, from his Manhattan home to clubhouse meetings to Turn 2 Foundation events. Jeter reflects on two decades in pinstripes, five World Series championships, and the weight of being called "The Captain" since 2003. He celebrates his fortieth birthday surrounded by teammates who have watched him become a legend. The season becomes a meditation on legacy as fans cheer louder and opponents show unexpected respect. Behind his famous composure, Jeter grapples with leaving the only professional life he has known. This visual chronicle reveals the man behind the mystique, showing his daily routines, private thoughts, and genuine emotions as he prepares to walk away from baseball forever.
Genres: american, sports, biography-memoir, baseball, 21st-century
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: celebrity, legacy, retirement
Setting: Manhattan, New York
Period: 2014
256 pages · Hardcover · Gallery/Jeter Publishing