robinson, jackie

A biography of Jackie Robinson, starring the baseball legend himself. Now in a colorized version.

Examines significant events and issues in the history of baseball, particularly the Negro Leagues and the career of Jackie Robinson, focusing on how developments in the sport reflect the changing social and cultural climate of America.

Examines the life of baseball great Jackie Robinson.

A biography of Jackie Robinson, discussing his childhood, school years, and Army days, and looking at how he advanced the cause of equal rights by becoming the first African-American player in major league baseball.

The daughter of Jackie Robinson looks back on her life, discussing what is was like to grow up in the shadow of the man who broke the color barrier in baseball, and telling about the racism they encountered in spite of her father's financial and professional success.

Describes the racial prejudice experienced by Jackie Robinson when he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers and became the first black player in Major League baseball and depicts the acceptance and support he received from his white teammate Pee Wee Reese.

Profiles the life of baseball player Jackie Robinson and describes the legacy he left for African-Americans, American society, and African-American athletes. Also profiles other African-American baseball players from Robinson's era including Satchel Paige, Roy Campanella, and Willie Mays.

Describes the racial prejudice experienced by Jackie Robinson when he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers and became the first black player in Major League baseball and depicts the acceptance and support he received from his white teammate Pee Wee Reese.

A biography of the Negro whose distinguished baseball career inspired blacks everywhere and whose "cool" on the playing field helped open the door to other black athletes.

Tells the story of Branch Rickey's move in hiring Jackie Robinson, of Robinson's career in the major leagues, & of the hiring of other black players.