| Description |
119 pages ; 22 cm |
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volume nc rdacarrier |
| Bibliography |
Includes bibliographical references (pages 112-114) and index. |
| Contents |
The neighborhood, 1927 -- Jack's idol, 1932 -- "International day," summer 1934 -- Mack's big challenge, July 18, 1936 -- A new path, January 1938 -- University life, February 1939-March 1941 -- From private to lieutenant, July-August 1942 -- The confrontation, July 6- November 28, 1944 -- In the Negro leagues, March-August 1945 -- Advocates for change, 1937-1947 -- The interview, August 28, 1945 -- The journey out, February 28-29, 1946 -- In the minor leagues, March 4-October 4, 1946 -- Bench jockeying, April-May 1947 -- Stealing home, June 24, 1947 -- The public speaks, July 1947 -- An alone life, July-August 1947 -- The final stretch, August-September 1947 -- The triumphant return, late September 1947 -- The Subway Series, September 30-October 6, 1947 -- 42 is not just a number, April 15, 1997. |
| Summary |
An eye-opening look at the life and legacy of Jackie Robinson, the man who broke the color barrier in Major League Baseball and became an American hero. |
| Awards |
YALSA quick picks for reluctant YA readers; Nonfiction 2018. |
| Study Program |
Accelerated Reader AR MG 7 3 190574. |
| Subject |
Robinson, Jackie, 1919-1972 -- Juvenile literature.
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African American baseball players -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
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Baseball players -- United States -- Biography -- Juvenile literature.
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Baseball -- United States -- History -- Juvenile literature.
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| Added Title |
Forty-two is not just a number |
| ISBN |
9780763676247 (hardcover) |
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0763676241 (hardcover) |
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9781725426214 |
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