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.
- ISBN10 0899506925
- ISBN13 9780899506920
- Publish Date 1 April 1992
- Publish Status Out of Print
- Out of Print 23 February 2011
- Publish Country US
- Imprint McFarland & Co Inc
- Format Paperback
- Pages 188
- Language English