A Fine Team Man

Jackie Robinson and the Lives He Touched

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• Joe Cox

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• 288 Seiten
• 11 Lesestunden

• Baseball
• Sport

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The narrative explores the profound impact of Jackie Robinson and nine other key figures involved in baseball's integration, highlighting their personal transformations. Rachel Robinson's steadfast support, Branch Rickey's visionary leadership, and Clyde Sukeforth's mentorship are among the pivotal relationships that shaped Robinson's journey. The book also details the evolving perspectives of figures like Red Barber and Dixie Walker, illustrating how Robinson's courage inspired change within a racially charged environment. This fresh perspective emphasizes the enduring legacy of Robinson's excellence and its ripple effect on those around him.

• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 2022
• Einband: Paperback