Heinemann Profiles: Jesse Owens

Olympics

The Sports Day

The Jump Rope Book & the Jump Rope

Just Like Jesse Owens

Epic Athletes: Zion Williamson

Good Sports: Rhymes about Running, Jumping, Throwing, and More

Inspirational Sports Stories for Young Readers: How 12 World-Class Athletes Overcame Challenges and Rose to the Top

African-American Biography Library

The book 'Jesse Owens: I Always Loved Running' by Jeff Burlingame is a biographical account that explores the life and legacy of the legendary African-American athlete Jesse Owens. It delves into Owens' early years, his passion for running, and how he overcame racial barriers to become one of the most celebrated track and field stars in history. The narrative highlights Owens' remarkable achievements at the 1936 Berlin Olympics, where he won four gold medals, defying Nazi propaganda and becoming an international symbol of hope and equality. Burlingame's biography not only chronicles Owens' athletic triumphs but also examines his struggles and the impact of his success on civil rights and African-American history.

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