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Fame: Jackie Robinson and the 1947 Brooklyn Dodgers

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FAME: Jackie Robinson

by Robert Schnakenberg

5 out of 5

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Robert Schnakenberg's book, Fame: Jackie Robinson and the 1947 Brooklyn Dodgers, is a fascinating and well-written account of one of the most important seasons in baseball history.

In 1947, Jackie Robinson broke baseball's color barrier when he joined the Brooklyn Dodgers. This was a momentous event in American history, and it helped to pave the way for the civil rights movement.

Schnakenberg's book tells the story of Robinson's historic season. He chronicles the challenges that Robinson faced, both on and off the field. He also describes the impact that Robinson had on baseball and on American society.

Fame is a well-researched and engaging book. Schnakenberg has done an excellent job of bringing this important story to life.

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Robert Schnakenberg's Fame: Jackie Robinson and the 1947 Brooklyn Dodgers is a must-read for anyone interested in baseball history or civil rights history.

Schnakenberg tells the story of Robinson's historic season in a clear and concise way. He provides a wealth of detail, but he never loses sight of the larger story.

Schnakenberg also does an excellent job of capturing the atmosphere of the times. He describes the racism that Robinson faced, both on and off the field. He also shows how Robinson's courage and determination helped to change the course of history.

Fame is a well-written and informative book. It is a must-read for anyone interested in baseball history or civil rights history.

Robert Schnakenberg's Fame: Jackie Robinson and the 1947 Brooklyn Dodgers is a valuable addition to the literature on baseball and civil rights history.

This book is well-researched, well-written, and engaging. It is a must-read for anyone interested in this important topic.

FAME: Jackie Robinson

by Robert Schnakenberg

5 out of 5