Striking Out Jim Crow: A Graphic History of Racial Injustice in Baseball

About the Book

Striking Out Jim Crow is a graphic history of racial injustice in baseball, told through the stories of seven pioneering players who defied the color line. These players—Jackie Robinson, Larry Doby, Monte Irvin, Don Newcombe, Roy Campanella, Ernie Banks, and Hank Aaron—faced discrimination, prejudice, and violence, but they persevered and paved the way for future generations of black players.

Satchel Paige: Striking Out Jim Crow (The Center for Cartoon Studies Presents)

by James Sturm

4.3 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	63707 KB
Screen Reader	:	Supported
Print length	:	96 pages

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Striking Out Jim Crow is a powerful and moving account of the struggle for racial equality in baseball and beyond. It is a story of courage, determination, and triumph, and it is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of baseball, civil rights, or American history.

About the Author

The Center for Cartoon Studies is a non-profit educational institution dedicated to the art of cartooning. The Center offers a two-year MFA program in Cartooning, as well as a variety of workshops and classes for students of all ages. The Center's mission is to promote the art of cartooning and to provide a space for cartoonists to create and share their work.

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