Clemente by David Maraniss
The Passion and Grace of Baseball's Last Hero
A richly detailed biography that follows the life of Puerto Rican Hall of Famer Roberto Clemente from his modest childhood to baseball stardom with the Pittsburgh Pirates, examining his extraordinary skills as a right fielder and hitter, his fierce competitiveness, and the racism he confronted off the field. The narrative interweaves game-by-game accomplishments with cultural and political context, delving into his complex personality, devotion to family, growing humanitarian work, and the tragic 1972 plane crash that cut short his life and cemented his legacy as both an athletic icon and a symbol of social conscience.
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- Published
- 2006
- Nationality
- American
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- Unknown
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- Original Language
- English
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