Jackie Robinson: America Hero

A new book to tie-in with the April 2013 release of the movie 42, the life story of Jackie Robinson! This full-colour comprehensive biography will feature everything there is to know about this inspiring American hero - from his very own daughter! As the first black man to play in major league baseball, Jackie Robinson's progress monumentally influenced the desegregation of baseball. Because of this, Robinson became an icon for not only the sport of baseball, but also for the civil rights movement. Featuring photos throughout, this biography is both a sports tale and a history lesson. It will coincide with the release of the movie 42 and also provide many more Robinson details, introducing him to a new generation of readers.

Sharon Robinson, daughter of baseball legend Jackie Robinson, is the author of several works of fiction and nonfiction. She has also written several widely praised nonfiction books about her father, including JACKIE'S NINE: BECOMING YOUR BEST SELF and PROMISES TO KEEP: HOW JACKIE ROBINSON CHANGED AMERICA.