"An extraordinary book . . . invitingly written and brisk."
--"Chicago Tribune"
"Perhaps no one has ever told the tale [of Robinson's arrival in
the major leagues] so well as [Simon] does in this extended
essay."
--"The Washington Post Book World"
"Scott Simon tells a compelling story of risk and sacrifice,
profound ugliness and profound grace, defiance and almost
unimaginable courage. This is a meticulously researched,
insightful, beautifully written book, one that should be read,
reread, and remembered."
--Laura Hillenbrand, author of the "New York Times" bestseller
"Seabiscuit"
The integration of baseball in 1947 had undeniable significance
for the civil rights movement and American history. Thanks to
Jackie Robinson, a barrier that had once been believed to be
permanent was shattered--paving the way for scores of African
Americans who wanted nothing more than to be granted the same
rights as any other human being.
In this book, renowned broadcaster Scott Simon reveals how
Robinson's heroism brought the country face-to-face with the
question of racial equality. From his days in the army to his
ascent to the major leagues, Robinson battled bigotry at every
turn. Simon deftly traces the journey of the rookie who became
Rookie of the Year, recalling the taunts and threats, the stolen
bases and the slides to home plate, the trials and triumphs.
Robinson's number, 42, has been retired by every club in major
league baseball--in homage to the man who had to hang his first
Brooklyn Dodgers uniform on a hook rather than in a locker.
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