Jesse Owens

Jesse Owens

Hoena, B. A., author.

Graphic Novel 2020

"Jesse Owens smashed records throughout his track and field career. In 1936, he made history at the Olympic Games in Berlin, Germany. Owens won four gold medals, combating Adolf Hitler's message of Nazi superiority." -- Provided by publisher.

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ISBN:

9781728402956
1728402956

Description:

32 pages : color illustrations ; 32 cm

Target Audience Note:

Ages: 8-12 years Graphic Universe
Grades: 4-6 Graphic Universe

Notes:

Includes bibliographical references (page 31) and index

Contents:

Birth of a speedster
Making a name for himself
The greatest
Minutes in sports
1936 Berlin Olympics

LCCN:

2019041857

Control Number:

3033964

Other Authors:

Graphic Universe (Firm)
Shephard, David (Illustrator), illustrator

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