Jackie Robinson: A Life in American History - Paperback

$53.91

Jackie Robinson: A Life in American History - Paperback

Name: Jackie Robinson: A Life in American History - Paperback
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SKU: 9798216396673
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by Courtney Michelle Smith

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by Courtney Michelle Smith (Author)

"A meticulous story and concluding time line of baseball legend Jackie Robinson, Smith's efforts deserve praise for breadth, details, and seriousness of tone." - Choice

This book captures Robinson's lifetime, from 1919 to 1972, while focusing on his connections to the unresolved promise of the Reconstruction Era and to the civil rights movement of the 20th century. In addition to covering Robinson's athletic career with the UCLA Bruins, the Kansas City Monarchs, the Montreal Royals, and the Brooklyn Dodgers. This book explores sociopolitical elements to situate Robinson's story and impact within the broader context of United States history. The book makes deliberate connections among the failure of Reconstruction, the creation of the Negro Leagues, the rise and decline of legalized segregation in the United States, the progress of the civil rights movement, and Robinson's life.

Chronological chapters begin with Robinson's life before he played professional baseball, continue with an exploration of the Negro Leagues and Robinson's career with the Brooklyn Dodgers, and conclude with an examination of Robinson's post-retirement life as well as his influence on civil rights. Supplemental materials including document excerpts give readers an opportunity to explore contemporary accounts of Robinson's career and impact.

Author Biography

Courtney Michelle Smith, PhD, is professor of history and political science at Cabrini University, USA.

Number of Pages: 272

Dimensions: 0.56 x 9.21 x 6.14 IN

Publication Date: December 11, 2025

ISBN	9798216396673
Author	Courtney Michelle Smith
Publisher	ABC-CLIO
Genre	Biography and Education
Format	Paperback
Published	December 2025
Language	ENG- English
Pages	272
Weight	1.0 lb
Target Audience	Adults
Print Size	Standard Print