100 Pioneers: African-Americans Who Broke Color Barriers in Sport

by Richard Lapchick and Richard Lapchick University of Central Florida

Book Overview

Through an effective combination of historical research and personal interviews, 100 Pioneers: African-Americans Who Broke Color Barriers in Sport offers compelling portraits of the dedicated athletes who broke color barriers on college campuses and in professional sports all around the country. These engaging accounts detail the adversities they faced and the victories they achieved. Part 1 includes well-known figures such as Jackie Robinson and...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1885693818
• ISBN13: 9781885693815
• Release Date: January 2008
• Publisher: Fitness Information Technology
• Length: 488 Pages
• Weight: 1.50 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.2" x 8.5"