Black History Makers: Sports People

Celebrate the lives of great black sports stars while raising awareness of black history. This fascinating book introduces children to vivid biographical portraits of many legendary sportspeople, detailing their origins, struggles, achievements and the legacy they have left behind today. Jesse Owens, Olympic Gold winner who was subsequently shunned by his own country. Lewis Hamilton, young racing car star. Muhammad Ali – boxer, icon and activist. Usain Bolt, the record-breaking runner. Young sports fans can learn all about how they have each made their distinctive mark on history in a book packed with quick-look profiles, quotes, career highlights and stunning action photos.