This compulsively readable book explores dozens of incredible athletes whose astonishing athleticism is matched by their bravery and selflessness. Icons like Roberto Clemente, Bruce Lee and Jackie Robinson, as well as contemporary trailblazers including Venus Williams, Maya Moore, and Patrick Mahomes represent every sport and a broad range of causes. Packed with graphic novel-style illustrations and thoroughly researched and reported, this is a must-read for young sports fans, activists - and anyone who appreciates a powerful story.
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This compulsively readable book explores dozens of incredible athletes whose astonishing athleticism is matched by their bravery and selflessness. Icons like Roberto Clemente, Bruce Lee and Jackie Robinson, as well as contemporary trailblazers including Venus Williams, Maya Moore, and Patrick Mahomes represent every sport and a broad range of causes. Packed with graphic novel-style illustrations and thoroughly researched and reported, this is a must-read for young sports fans, activists - and anyone who appreciates a powerful story.