"In an era of discrimination, Jackie Robinson broke Major League Baseball's race barrier. Facing harassment, he stayed focused on the game, becoming the MLB Rookie of the Year in 1947 and later a baseball legend"--

Ages: 8-12 years Graphic Universe.|||Grades: 4-6 Graphic Universe.|||juvenile

by Blake Hoena ; illustrated by David Shephard.

Includes bibliographical references and index.