Discover the inspiring story of Jesse Owens, African American
track-and-field athlete and Olympic gold medalist, in this fascinating
kids' biography.
Jesse Owens is one of the most famous athletes of all time, but he
experienced discrimination throughout his athletic career, such as
having to stay at a different hotel to his teammates, because of the
color of his skin. However, he went on to win an incredible four gold
medals at the Berlin 1936 Olympic Games.
This biography, ideal for kids aged 8-11, charts the major events of
Jesse's life; from his childhood growing up on a farm in Alabama before
his family moved to Ohio in search of better opportunities, to the
beginning of his running career and years as a world record-breaking
student athlete while working part-time jobs, all the way to the
Olympics and beyond.
DK Life Stories goes beyond the basic facts to tell the true life
stories of history's most interesting and inspiring people. Full-colour
photographs and hand-drawn illustrations complement age-appropriate,
narrative text to create an engaging book children will enjoy reading.
Definition boxes, information sidebars, inspiring quotes, and other
nonfiction text features add depth, and a handy reference section at the
back makes DK Life Stories the one biography series everyone will want
to collect.