When I Passed the Statue of Liberty I Became Black

by Harry Edward

"Harry Edward was a hugely talented athlete and an extraordinary man who fought all his life for justice and fairness in the face of repeated prejudice. His story is as powerful today as it was when he lived it and I urge everyone to read this book."--Linford Christie, 1992 Olympic 100m Champion

The lost memoir of Britain's first Black Olympic medal winner--and the America he discovered

After winning Olympic medals for...

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0300270976
• ISBN13: 9780300270976
• Release Date: February 2024
• Publisher: Yale University Press
• Length: 304 Pages
• Weight: 1.20 lbs.
• Dimensions: 1.1" x 6.3" x 9.4"