Description: The story of the courageous woman who overcame a debilitating illness to go on to become an Olympic gold medalist in track and field events.
Synopsis The story of the courageous woman who overcame a debilitating illness to go on to become an Olympic gold medalist in track and field events.
Details
Publication Date:
1996-06-01
Series:
Overcoming the Odds
Edition Description:
Illustrated
Size
Length:
48 pages
Height:
9.8 in
Width:
7.3 in
Thickness:
0.2 in
Weight:
10.4 oz
Publisher's Note Describes the life and career of the African American track and field champion who overcame the effects of Graves' disease and radiation therapy to win Olympic gold.