Jesse Owens: A Life in American History

by Kevin M Jones, F Erik Brooks, F. Erik Brooks, et al.

A compelling resource for sports enthusiasts, Jesse Owens: A Life in American History places the life and athletic accomplishments of Jesse Owens within the context of race and American history in the early 20th century.

The year 2020 marks the 40th anniversary of the death of one of the greatest track and field athletes in intercollegiate and Olympic history. This book examines Jesse Owens' upbringing, religious and spiritual...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1440873828
• ISBN13: 9781440873829
• Release Date: November 2021
• Publisher: ABC-CLIO
• Length: 200 Pages
• Weight: 1.05 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.2" x 9.4"