Graphic Library. Greatest sports moments

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A win for women

Billie Jean King takes down Bobby Riggs
In 1973 two of the world's most famous tennis stars took part in what became known as the "Battle of the Sexes." Bobby Riggs embraced the idea that men were superior to women in every way and claimed that he would defeat any woman on the tennis court. Meanwhile, Billie Jean King was determined to beat him. She knew she could win and prove that women were as just good as men. Readers will get a courtside seat and watch as Billie Jean King proves that women and girls everywhere deserve respect and equality at one of the most important moments in sports history.

Defying Hitler

Jesse Owens' Olympic triumph
2019
A nonfiction graphic work that describes African American runner Jesse Owens winning four gold medals in the 1936 summer Olympics in Nazi Germany.
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Soccer showdown

U.S. women's stunning 1999 World Cup win
2019
"As Brandi Chastain set the ball down to take her final kick, millions of soccer fans held their breath. At the 1999 FIFA Women's World Cup final, the United States and China had played to a 0-0 tie in overtime. With the penalty kick shoot-out tied at 4-4, Chastain's last kick sailed into China's goal and the crowd erupted with joy. Chastain's game-winning goal is one of the greatest moments in sports history. Readers will get an up-close look at the 1999 U.S. Women's Soccer team and their thrilling victory at the World Cup championship"--Provided by publisher.
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