DK Life Stories Jesse Owens: Amazing People Who Have Shaped Our World

by James Buckley Jr.

Book Overview

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...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1465493123
• ISBN13: 9781465493125
• Release Date: October 2020
• Publisher: DK Publishing (Dorling Kindersley)
• Length: 128 Pages
• Weight: 0.55 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 5.2" x 7.5"
• Age Range: 7 to 10 years
• Grade Range: Grades 2 to 5