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Taking a knee, taking a stand : African American athletes and the fight for social justice / Bob Schron ; foreword by Devin McCourty.
"A decade-by-decade account of African-American athlete activism told through the stories of prominent athletes who fought for racial or gender equality, often at the expense of their reputation or their ability to practice their sport. From Jesse Owens's performance in the 1936 Olympics to Colin Kaepernick's controversial kneel during the national anthem, this book show that the actions of these brave men and women are living history, part of an arc of progress on civil rights that is ongoing and far from over"-- Provided by publisher.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781623545376
- ISBN: 1623545374
- Physical Description: x, 182 pages : illustrations (some color) ; 24 cm
- Publisher: Watertown, MA : Imagine, [2020]
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references and index. |
Search for related items by subject
| Subject: | African American athletes > Political activity > History. African American political activists. Racism > United States > History. |
Available copies
- 1 of 1 copy available at Lehigh Valley Library System.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 1 total copy.
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bethlehem Main Library | 796.089 (Text) | 33062009292187 | Adult Nonfiction | Available | - |
