1.  THE NEW YORK METS: A Photographic History by George Kalinsky (228 Pages) - From the lens of George Kalinsky comes this lavish look at the history of The New York Mets - from the team's first day on the field in 1962 up to the 1995 season. Over 250 stunning photographs capture the drama of this beloved team. From the diamond to the locker room, pictures of the players, coaches and managers make this photographic journey one that will be turned to fondly time and time again. Casey Stengel, Yogi Berra, Tom Seaver, Tug McGraw, Willie Mays, Mookie Wilson, Dwight Gooden, Darryl Strawberry, Keith Hernandez, Gary Carter, Bobby Bonilla and the many, many others who have found their way into the history and lore of the Mets club are recorded here in dramatic style. Kalinsky's masterful photography captures the essence of the Mets that has made this team so colorful and unique. Faithful during the '69 and '86 World Series wins and loyal throughout the struggles of the late '70s and early '80s, the fans are at the heart of the Mets, and that dedication is rewarded here. With stadium shots, Official Score Book covers, Mets memorabilia and more, Kalinsky has fashioned this volume into what is an extraordinary compilation of the baseball experience. Complementing the spectacular photography is a unique oral history of the team, compiled by Sports Illustrated's Jon Scher. From the mouths of the players come the stories of what it is and was really like to play for this fascinating ball club. Perfect for every Mets fan, this wonderful collection is one that will be treasured for many seasons to come.

2.  NEW YORK METS: Yesterday and Today by Bruce Herman (144 Pages) - New York Mets: Yesterday and Today gives an inside look at how the New York Mets franchise came to be, the stars that helped build its championship teams, and the tradition that has stood strong to this day. The book is not only the perfect tribute to the Mets players who have generated countless magical moments, but also to the fans whose loyalty made it all possible. From the creation of the New York Mets in 1962 through their 2009 season, this book captures the history of the beloved team, with photos that bring to life nearly a half-century of colorful moments. Follow the teams roller-coaster ride: the miraculous 1969 championship season, the 1973 trip to the World Series, the lost decade of the mid-1970s and early 1980s, the World Series-winning 1986 season, the 2000 Subway Series against the New York Yankees, and more. Featured throughout are profiles of the teams greatest players, such as Ed Kranepool, Tom Seaver, Nolan Ryan, Donn Clendenon, Tug McGraw, Davey Johnson, Dwight Gooden, Darryl Strawberry, Keith Hernandez, Gary Carter, John Franco, and Mike Piazza. Lavish pictorial spreads of memorabilia, artifacts, headlines, and more help to tell the story of the Mets. Fans of the Mets and baseball in general will treasure this complete history of one of the games most colorful franchises including An introduction by former Mets player and fan favorite John Franco, a chronological history of the Mets, from the teams inception through the 2009 season, Riveting color photographs of players, game action, memorabilia, and more, a Leaders and Legends section with statistics like World Series, pennant, and division wins, Hall of Fame members, retired uniform numbers, batting and pitching leaders and Much Much More!

3.  THE NEW YORK METS: A 50th Anniversary Celebration by The New York Daily News, Andy Martino & Anthony McCarron (320 Pages) - In honor of the  50th anniversary of the amazin’ New York Mets, the New York Daily News has created the definitive commemorative tome for fans. In 1962, the New York Mets stepped in to fill the void left by the exodus of the New York Giants and Brooklyn Dodgers. The Mets were embarrassingly inept in their early years, but after two World Series titles (1969 and 1986), they proved their place in New York baseball history. Along the way, the cast of characters has rarely failed to entertain. This fascinating narrative includes more than 200 of the Daily News’s greatest Mets images and a fantastic foreword by Ron Darling, making this a must-have book for fans everywhere. Ya gotta believe!