We are the ship : the story of Negro League baseball / words and paintings by Kadir Nelson ; foreword by Hank Aaron.
Using an "Everyman" player as his narrator, Kadir Nelson tells the story of Negro League baseball from its beginnings in the 1920s through the decline after Jackie Robinson crossed over to the majors in 1947. Illustrations from oil paintings by artist Kadir Nelson.
Record details
- ISBN: 9780786808328
- ISBN: 0786808322
- Physical Description: 88 pages : color illustrations ; 29 x 29 cm
- Edition: First edition
- Publisher: New York : Jump at the Sun/Hyperion Books, [2008]
- Copyright: ©2008
Content descriptions
- Bibliography, etc. Note:
- Includes bibliographical references and index.
- Target Audience Note:
- 900L Lexile
- Study Program Information Note:
- Accelerated Reader AR MG 5.9 3 119912.
- Awards Note:
- Coretta Scott King Award for Non Violent Social Change, 2009
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African American baseball players > Juvenile literature.
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Baseball players > Juvenile literature.
Baseball > History > Juvenile literature.
Available copies
- 88 of 91 copies available at NC Cardinal. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at Madison County Public Library.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 91 total copies.
Show Only Available Copies
| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mars Hill Library | J 796.357 NEL (Text) | 30229101055381 | Juvenile Nonfiction | Available | - |
