Jackie Robinson: My Own Story

""Jackie Robinson: My Own Story"" is a memoir written by Jackie Robinson, the first African American baseball player to break the color barrier in Major League Baseball. In this book, Robinson shares his personal experiences and struggles as a black athlete in a predominantly white sport, including the racism and discrimination he faced both on and off the field. He also discusses his early life, his college years, and his time in the military. Robinson's story is a powerful testament to the resilience and determination of the human spirit, and his legacy continues to inspire generations of athletes and activists. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in sports history, civil rights, and the power of personal courage.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.