Derrick Barnes
Author
Pub. Date
[2022]
Language
English
Appears on these lists
ALA Youth Media Awards 2023 - Young Adults
Black Authors of Young Adult Books
Maverick Graphic Novels 2023 (Gr. 6-12)
Texas Topaz Nonfiction Gems 2023 (YA Gr. 9+)
Black Authors of Young Adult Books
Maverick Graphic Novels 2023 (Gr. 6-12)
Texas Topaz Nonfiction Gems 2023 (YA Gr. 9+)
Description
"A groundbreaking and timely graphic memoir from one of the most iconic figures in American sports-and a tribute to his fight for civil rights. On October 16, 1968, during the medal ceremony at the Mexico City Olympics, Tommie Smith, the gold medal winner in the 200-meter sprint, and John Carlos, the bronze medal winner, stood on the podium in black socks and raised their black-gloved fists to protest racial injustice inflicted upon African Americans....