Roberto Clemente: Pride of the Pittsburgh Pirates | 
 enlarge | Author: Jonah Winter
Creator: Raul Colon
Publisher: Aladdin
Category: Book
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Avg. Customer Rating:  3 reviews
Sales Rank: 446409
Media: Paperback
Reading Level: Ages 4-8
Number Of Items: 1
Pages: 40
Shipping Weight (lbs): 1.5
Dimensions (in): 10.6 x 8.3 x 0.1
ISBN: 1416950826
Dewey Decimal Number: 796.357092
EAN: 9781416950820
ASIN: 1416950826
Publication Date: March 4, 2008
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On an island called Puerto Rico, there lived a little boy who wanted only to play baseball. Although he had no money, Roberto Clemente practiced and practiced until--eventually--he made it to the Major Leagues. America! As a right-fielder for the Pittsburgh Pirates, he fought tough opponents--and even tougher racism--but with his unreal catches and swift feet, he earned his nickname, "The Great One." He led the Pirates to two World Series, hit 3,000 hits, and was the first Latino to be inducted into the Hall of Fame. But it wasn't just baseball that made Clemente legendary--he was was also a humanitarian dedicated to improving the lives of others.
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Great Book! July 22, 2008
This is a wonderful book. This book is great for all ages. The book deals with many issues which are important for children to start dealing with. The book also stirs a love for the game. I highly recommend it!
what you did not know July 9, 2006
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
I enjoyed it cause I found out more about Roberto Clemente.
Roberto Clemente: Pride of the Pittsburgh Pirates and PR March 19, 2005
7 out of 8 found this review helpful
A well-written, almost poetically spare introduction to the life of Roberto Clemente. Starts with his life of poverty in Puerto Rico to his climb to the top of the major leagues. Ends with Mr. Clemente's untimely death in an airplane crash when he was transporting relief supplies to earthquake victims. Illustrations capture the feel of the times and experiences as well as the excitement of the sports action. This excellent picture book will introduce another generation to a real hero. Karen Woodworth Roman, Librarians.info
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