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The novel follows the story of Charlie Eddington, a former Major League Baseball player who, at the age of 42, is invited to join a minor league team as a coach. Eddington is faced with the challenge of working with a new generation of ballplayers while reflecting on his own career and life experiences in baseball.Mark Harris's "With the Procession" is appreciated for its insights into the world of baseball, its depiction of the sport's culture and the challenges faced by athletes as they navigate through different phases of their careers. The book explores themes of aging, mentorship, and the enduring love for the game of baseball.Harris's baseball-themed novels, including his well-known book "Bang the Drum Slowly," often delve into the human aspects of sports, examining the lives, dreams, and relationships of athletes amidst the backdrop of the baseball world.