Heroes with humble beginnings : underdogs on the diamond, at the movies, in the White House by Kail, F. M

Heroes with humble beginnings : underdogs on the diamond, at the movies, in the White House
by Kail, F. M

(#8IWMD6X)

Follett eBook (perpetual term) (single-user access) 2019
Description: xii, 382 pages : illustrations; 23 cm
Dewey: 920.073

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From Follett

Includes bibliographical references (pages 301-382).;Setting the stage -- Underdog greats -- How beginnings mattered -- What of the American Dream? We are a nation of underdogs, founded by immigrants seeking a better life. This book reminds us of the humble beginnings of some of the greatest ballplayers, movie stars and Presidents of all time, men who faced adversities growing up and who, in overcoming them, gave credence to the American Dream.

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We are a nation of underdogs, founded by immigrants seeking a better life. This book reminds us of the humble beginnings of some of the greatest ballplayers, movie stars and Presidents of all time, men who faced adversities growing up and who, in overcoming them, gave credence to the American Dream.
Product Details
  • Publication Date: May 10, 2019
  • Format: Follett eBook (perpetual term) (single-user access)
  • Dewey: 920.073
  • Classifications: Collective Biography, Nonfiction
  • Description: xii, 382 pages : illustrations ; 23 cm
  • Tracings: Maraniss, David, writer of foreword.
  • ISBN-10: 1-53207-229-5
  • ISBN-13: 978-1-53207-229-1
  • LCCN: 2019-903622
  • Follett Number: 8IWMD6X