Buckley Jr., James - Who Was Jesse Owens? (Paperback)

Who Was Jesse Owens? by James Buckley Jr. is an inspiring biography that introduces young readers to the life of Jesse Owens, the legendary African American track and field athlete who defied the odds to become a four-time Olympic gold medalist at the 1936 Berlin Games. Born in rural Alabama under the oppressive Jim Crow laws, Owens faced numerous hardships, including poverty and racial discrimination. Through determination and talent, he rose to prominence, ultimately challenging and debunking Nazi Germany's notions of Aryan supremacy. This engaging book, part of the Who Was? series, offers readers aged 8–12 a compelling look at Owens's life, his achievements, and his enduring legacy in the fight for equality and justice.

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