Promises to Keep

Written by Sharon Robinson

A daughter's intimate look at Jackie Robinson's groundbreaking legacy on and off the field.

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64 pages· 8,356 words· Est. 56 min read· 1030L

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Explore Jackie Robinson's groundbreaking journey through the eyes of his daughter, Sharon. As the first African American in major league baseball, Jackie shattered barriers, not just in sports but in civil rights. This intimate biography reveals his triumphs and struggles, offering a personal glimpse into his life as a devoted family man and activist. With unpublished letters and family photos, discover how his legacy impacted his family, community, and the nation. What challenges did he face, and how did he inspire change beyond the baseball diamond?

From the publisher

A warm, intimate portrait of Jackie Robinson, America’s sports icon, told from the unique perspective of a unique insider: his only daughter.Sharon Robinson shares memories of her famous father in this warm loving biography of the man who broke the color barrier in baseball. Jackie Robinson was an outstanding athlete, a devoted family man and a dedicated civil rights activist. The author explores the fascinating circumstances surrounding Jackie Robinson’s breakthrough. She also tells the off-the-field story of Robinson’s hard-won victories and the inspiring effect he had on his family, his community. . . his country! Includes never-before-published letters by Jackie Robinson, as well as photos from the Robinson family archives.

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