Jackie Robinson and The Integration Of Baseball
by Simon, Scott
"An extraordinary book . . . invitingly written and brisk." --Chicago Tribune "Perhaps no one has ever told the tale [of Robinson's arrival in the major leagues] so well as [Simon] does in this extended essay." --The Washington Post Book World "Scott Simon tells a compelling story of risk and sacrifice, profound ugliness and profound grace, defiance and almost unimaginable courage. This is a meticulously researched, insightful, beautifully written book, one that should be read, reread, and remembered." --Laura Hillenbrand, author of the New York Times bestseller Seabiscuit The integration of baseball in 1947 had undeniable significance for the civil rights movement and American history. Thanks to Jackie Robinson, a barrier that had once been believed to be permanent was shattered--paving the way for scores of African Americans who wanted nothing more than to be granted the same r...
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Hoboken, NJ: John Wiley & Sons, Inc, 2002. First Printing. Wraps. As new. wraps, 168 pages, footnotes, notes This book was published to celebrate the 60th anniversary of integrating Major League baseball. Scott Simon, the host of NPR's Weekend Edition, reveals how Jackie Robinson's heroism brought the country face-to-face with the question of racial equality. Jack… Read more about this item Item Price
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