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Experience the powerful narrative of 'Victory. Stand!', a compelling memoir by Olympic legend Tommie Smith, tailored for young readers. This inspiring book recounts the pivotal moment of October 16, 1968, when Smith, along with John Carlos, took a stand against racial injustice during the Mexico City Olympics. With striking illustrations by Emmy Award-winning artist Dawud Anyabwile and co-authored by award-winning author Derrick Barnes, this book shines a light on the importance of activism, courage, and resilience. It delves into Smith's youth in rural Texas before he became a symbol of protest and civil rights. Perfect for young athletes and advocates for social justice, 'Victory. Stand!' serves as both an educational tool and an inspiring story of triumph against adversity. Celebrate the legacy of two brave athletes whose protest continues to inspire generations. This brand new edition, published by W W Norton & Company in 2022, is ideal for school libraries and personal collections. Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781324003908
Year: 2022
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Description:
On October 16, 1968, during the medal ceremony at the Mexico City Olympics, Tommie Smith, the gold medal winner in the 200-meter sprint, and John Carlos, the bronze medal winner, stood on the podium in black socks and raised their black-gloved fists to protest racial injustice inflicted upon African Americans. Both men were forced to leave the Olympics, received death threats, and faced ostracism and continuing economic hardships.
In his first-ever memoir for young readers, Tommie Smith looks back on his childhood growing up in rural Texas through to his stellar athletic career, culminating in his historic victory and Olympic podium protest. Cowritten with Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Author Honor recipient Derrick Barnes and illustrated with bold and muscular artwork from Emmy Award?winning illustrator Dawud Anyabwile, Victory. Stand! paints a stirring portrait of an iconic moment in Olympic history that still resonates today.
Note: Shipping for this item is free. Please allow up to 6 weeks for delivery. Once your order is placed, it cannot be cancelled.
Condition: BRAND NEW
ISBN: 9781324003908
Year: 2022
Publisher: W W Norton & Company
Description:
On October 16, 1968, during the medal ceremony at the Mexico City Olympics, Tommie Smith, the gold medal winner in the 200-meter sprint, and John Carlos, the bronze medal winner, stood on the podium in black socks and raised their black-gloved fists to protest racial injustice inflicted upon African Americans. Both men were forced to leave the Olympics, received death threats, and faced ostracism and continuing economic hardships.
In his first-ever memoir for young readers, Tommie Smith looks back on his childhood growing up in rural Texas through to his stellar athletic career, culminating in his historic victory and Olympic podium protest. Cowritten with Newbery Honor and Coretta Scott King Author Honor recipient Derrick Barnes and illustrated with bold and muscular artwork from Emmy Award?winning illustrator Dawud Anyabwile, Victory. Stand! paints a stirring portrait of an iconic moment in Olympic history that still resonates today.