My Name Is America

My Name Is America Series

This series of historical novels transports young readers to pivotal moments in American history. Each book is presented as the journal of a fictional young man experiencing significant events and eras. Through his personal entries, readers immerse themselves in the past and feel the atmosphere of the times. It's an engaging way to learn about history through individual narratives.

Down to the Last Out: The Journal of Biddy Owens, the Negro Leagues, Birmingham, Alabama, 1948

Walter Dean Myers

144 pages
6 hours of reading

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Set in 1948, this story follows 17-year-old Biddy Owens, a talented player for the Birmingham Black Barons in the Negro Leagues. The narrative explores themes of perseverance and identity against the backdrop of racial segregation in sports. Award-winning author Myers brings to life Biddy's journey, highlighting both the challenges and triumphs faced by African American athletes during this era. The book is now available in a new paperback edition, making it accessible to a wider audience.

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Down to the Last Out: The Journal of Biddy Owens, the Negro Leagues, Birmingham, Alabama, 1948