<b>Discover the inspiring story of Jesse Owens, African American track-and-field athlete and Olympic gold medalist, in this fascinating kids' biography.</b> Jesse Owens is one of the most famous athletes of all time, but he experienced discrimination throughout his athletic career, such as having t
Jesse Owens
β Scribed by Elise Fontenaille
- Publisher
- Γditions du Rouergue
- Year
- 2020
- Tongue
- French
- Category
- Library
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