Description

From a young boy with big dreams, this inspiring biography traces Jesse Owens’s journey to the world stage in 1936, where his extraordinary athletic achievements challenged the era’s hateful ideology. Through vivid storytelling, readers follow how a child shaped by hardship and determination grew into a champion whose performances resonated far beyond the track. The book highlights themes of perseverance, dignity, and the power of talent to confront injustice, while also illuminating the historical context that made Owens’s victories unforgettable. Written with María Isabel Sánchez Vegara’s accessible, motivating narrative style, it brings history to life for readers who want to understand how courage can change what seems impossible.

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Jesse Owens

María Isabel Sánchez Vegara

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Published Jan 1, 2023

ISBN: 9782383220947

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First Published

2023

Language

fra

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Jesse Owens by María Isabel Sánchez Vegara.

Racism/Discrimination
War/Trauma