Legendary athletes

A biography of Olympic athlete Wilma Rudolph, discussing the illnesses she endured as a child, telling how she overcame polio to become a record-breaking runner, following her career as the fastest woman in the world, and considering her role in breaking down gender and racial barriers.

An exploration of the life of Babe Didrikson Zaharias that discusses her childhood in Texas, Olympic performance, involvement in scandal, marriage, challenges, and other related topics.

Looks at the life and career of the hockey superstar, from his youth in Brantford, Ontario to his Stanley Cup championships.

A biography of African American basketball player Michael Jordan.

A biography of African American baseball player Hank Aaron.

Introduces Arthur Ashe and highlights his childhood, tennis career, and Civil Rights activities.

An exploration of the life of Billy Jean King that discusses her childhood in California, amateur and professional career, relationships, retirement, and other related topics.

A biography of the legendary boxer, who began his career as Cassius Clay, discussing his prowess in the ring, his conversion to Islam and opposition to the Vietnam War, and his life after boxing.

Beginning with the friendship Owens developed with his German rival in the 1936 summer Olympics, this book jumps back in time to describe Owens' impoverished childhood and his family's move north from Alabama to Ohio, followed by personal and career highlights. Numerous black-and-white photos accompany the text.

Chronicles the life of Roberto Clemente, discussing his role and accomplishments as a professional baseball player and humanitarian, and describing his childhood in Cuba, being drafted into Major League Baseball to play for the Pittsburgh Pirates, and related topics. Includes a time line, glossary, and other resources.