Skead, Robert and Illustrated by Cooper,
Floyd
Something to Prove: The
Great Satchel Paige vs Rookie Joe Dimaggio 32 pgs. Carolrhoda Books, 2013. $12.71. Content: Language: G (0 swears); Mature Content: G ; Violence: G.
The New York
Yankees wanted to put a potential player to the test, but none of their own pitchers
were good enough. So they brought in renowned African American pitcher Satchel
Paige. It was 1935 and this was a time when African Americans were not allowed
to play in the Major Leagues. Will Satchels expert skill and creativity help
Joe DiMaggio get his lucky break?
Not being a
sports fan in the slightest, I was none the less incredibly intrigued to learn
about segregated baseball. I am constantly surprised by the insidiousness of
racism. I think baseball fans will be fascinated with this story, and to be
honest, you better know your baseball terminology or this book isn't going to
make a lot of sense. The illustrations are a fantastic grainy red filtered
style that are like a warm memory.
Elementary –ADVISABLE
Reviewer: Stephanie Elementary School Librarian & Author.
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