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Title details for Hitting Her Way to the Negro Leagues by Myra Faye Turner - Available

Hitting Her Way to the Negro Leagues

A Graphic Novel Biography of Toni Stone

by Myra Faye Turner
Markia Jenai
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In the early 1950s, Toni Stone made history as the first Black woman to play professional baseball. In this action-packed graphic novel, discover Stone’s journey from a young “tomboy” in Saint Paul, Minnesota, to a starting second baseman with the Negro American League’s Indianapolis Clowns. Despite racial and gender barriers, this groundbreaking ballplayer achieved success on the field—like getting a rare hit off baseball legend Satchel Paige—and inspired countless young woman off the field. With fast-paced text and full-color illustrations, this graphic novel is sure to be a home run with history lovers and sports fans alike.

Formats

  • OverDrive Read

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Languages

  • English

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