Stew Thornley
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2007]
Language
English
Description
Roberto Clemente grew up dreaming of playing professional baseball in the United States. By the time he was out of high school, it looked like his dream might just come true. Clemente was drafted by a major league team and headed north. He had to overcome a language barrier, racism, and segregation along the way. But he didn't let these challenges affect his top-notch performance on the field. His career was cut short when he died in a tragic plane...
14) Barry Bonds
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2004]
Language
English
Description
Examines the personal life and career of the San Francisco Giants baseball player who, in 2001, broke the record for most home runs in a season and became the first baseball player to win four MVP awards.
20) Kobe Bryant
Author
Series
Pub. Date
[2001]
Language
English
Description
Profiles the Los Angeles Lakers basketball player, discussing his childhood in Philadelphia, his decision to skip college, and his success with the Lakers.
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