by Miller, J. P.
[ ] , Sporting heroes Authors: Carroll, Chellie. Series: Black stories matter Published by : Crabtree Publishing Company, (St. Catharines, Ontario ; | New York, NY :) Physical details: 48 pages : color illustrations ; 27 cm. Subject(s): Athletes --Biography. | Athletes, Black --Biography. | Blacks --Biography. | Biography, Juvenile. --local Year : 2021| Location | Collection | Call Number | Status | Date Due |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Souris Regional School | Biography | 796 MIL | Available |
Originally published under title: Sporting heroes. London : Wayland, 2020.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Discover the courageous stories of elite Black athletes who battled prejudice and exclusion to become heroes and champions in their sport. Some have used their platform to bring attention to global, social, economic, and health issues. Others brought glory and fame to their countries. Read about such heroes in sports as boxer Muhammad Ali, tennis great Serena Williams, sprinter Usain Bolt, gymnast Simone Biles, and many more.