TITLE:
Althea Gibson / Terry Barber.
Publication Date:
2007
Publication Information:
[Edmonton, Alta.] : Grass Roots Press,
Physical Description:
48 p. : ill.
Summary:
At the age of 23, Althea Gibson (1927-2003) broke the colour barrier when she played in the U.S Open. She was the first black person to win the U.S. Open and Wimbledon. Her journey from the streets of Harlem to the courts of Wimbledon reveals her determination. Althea was a trailblazer, who paved the way for other tennis players.
Language:
English
ISBN:
9781894593595
