In the early 1950s, Toni Stone made history as the first Black woman to play professional baseball. In this action-packed graphic novel, discover Stone's journey from a young "tomboy" in Saint Paul, Minnesota, to a starting second baseman with the Negro American League's Indianapolis Clowns. Despite racial and gender barriers, this groundbreaking ballplayer achieved success on the field--like getting a rare hit off baseball legend Satchel Paige--and inspired countless young woman off the field. With fast-paced text and full-color illustrations, this graphic novel is sure to be a home run with history lovers and sports fans alike.
| Author: Myra Faye Turner |
| Publisher: Capstone Press |
| Publication Date: Jan 01, 2025 |
| Number of Pages: 32 pages |
| Binding: Paperback or Softback |
| ISBN-10: 1669083195 |
| ISBN-13: 9781669083191 |
