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Jackie Robinson; pro ball's first Black star

by James T. Olsen

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A biography of the Negro whose distinguished baseball career inspired blacks everywhere and whose "cool" on the playing field helped open the door to other black athletes.

Writing a summary for young readers…

For young readers

Book data: Open Library