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Peter Golenbock’s junior‑biography chronicles Jackie Robinson’s historic ascent to the Brooklyn Dodgers, detailing the racial prejudice he encountered and the pivotal support he received from his white teammate, Pee‑Wee Reese. The book presents a youthful perspective on race relations within American baseball, illuminating the personal challenges and triumphs that defined Robinson’s legacy.
First publish date: 1990
Genre: Biography & Autobiography/Biography
Authors: Peter Golenbock
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