by Sharon Robinson (Author)
A warm, intimate portrait of Jackie Robinson, America's sports icon, told from the unique perspective of a unique insider: his only daughter.
Sharon Robinson shares memories of her famous father in this warm loving biography of the man who broke the color barrier in baseball. Jackie Robinson was an outstanding athlete, a devoted family man and a dedicated civil rights activist. The author explores the fascinating circumstances surrounding Jackie Robinson's breakthrough. She also tells the off-the-field story of Robinson's hard-won victories and the inspiring effect he had on his family, his community. . . his country Includes never-before-published letters by Jackie Robinson, as well as photos from the Robinson family archives.
Author Biography
Sharon Robinson, daughter of baseball legend Jackie Robinson, is the author of several works of fiction and nonfiction. She has also written several widely praised nonfiction books about her father, including Jackie's Nine: Jackie Robinson's Values to Live By and Promises to Keep: How Jackie Robinson Changed America.
Number of Pages: 64
Dimensions: 0.45 x 10.72 x 9.42 IN
Illustrated: Yes
Publication Date: February 01, 2004
Award: South Carolina Childrens, Junior and Young Adult Book Award (2007)
Award: Young Hoosier Book Award (2007)
Accelerated Reader:
Quiz Name: Promises to Keep: How Jackie Robinson Changed America
Interest Level: Middle Grades, 4-8
Reading Level: 7
Point Value: 2
