Black American Women in Olympic Track and Field A Complete Illustrated Reference

This comprehensive reference work details the accomplishments of over 90 African-American women in Olympic track and field. They overcame racism, sexism and often, abject poverty to compete and frequently to set world records and win Olympic medals. Detailed information is provided on their Olympic participation and accomplishments. Also, through a series of first-person interviews, 20 of the most prominent Olympians (such as Wilma Rudolph and Evelyn Ashford) reveal their struggles both on and off the track.Davis, Michael D. is the author of 'Black American Women in Olympic Track and Field A Complete Illustrated Reference' with ISBN 9780899506920 and ISBN 0899506925.