Book excerpt: THE 1996 MIDSUMMER CLASSIC is a beautiful pictorial celebration of the 67th All-Star Game - the premiere gathering for Baseball's greatest current stars - held in 1996 at Veterans Stadium, Philadelphia. The City of Brotherly Love & the game itself provides a dramatic historical backdrop for the excitement of the modern game. Included in over 100 images THE 1996 MIDSUMMER CLASSIC are poignant portraits of the 1996 All-Stars & managers - from hot young standouts like Ken Griffey, Jr., Ozzie Smith & Mo Vaughn. Always a game of contradictions, the 67th MIDSUMMER CLASSIC provided it's own surprises as the National League rivals in a 6-0 blowout. Full-color game action photography captures both the highlights of the game & the drama of the sport. The perfect addition to any personal baseball library & a must for baseball collectors, THE 1996 MIDSUMMER CLASSIC is not to be missed. Order from Major League Baseball, Publishing, 350 Park Avenue, 29th Floor, New York, NY 10022; Phone: (212) 339-8669.