Jackie Robinson Baseball's Civil Rights Legend |
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| Author:
| Coombs, Karen Mueller |
| Series title: | African-American Biographies Ser. |
| ISBN: | 978-0-89490-690-9 |
| Publication Date: | Jan 2004 |
| Publisher: | Enslow Publishing, LLC
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| Book Format: | Hardback |
| List Price: | USD $18.85USD $26.60 |
Book Description:
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Jackie Robinson gained his place in history as the first African-American man to play modern major league baseball. The Brooklyn Dodger endured extreme racism, threats, and name-calling, but used his talent and demeanor to win the admiration and respect of both fans and teammates. Readers will love the story of this exceptional talent.
Jackie Robinson gained his place in history as the first African-American man to play modern major league baseball. The Brooklyn Dodger endured extreme racism, threats, and name-calling, but used his talent and demeanor to win the admiration and respect of both fans and teammates. Readers will love the story of this exceptional talent.