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Overview

Discover the inspiring true story of extraordinary professional cyclist Major Taylor in this nonfiction picture book from Coretta Scott King Award winners Lesa Cline-Ransome and James E. Ransome. In 1891, Marshall Taylor could ride his bike forward, backward, even perched on the handlebars. When his stunts landed him a job at the famous Indiana bike shop Hay and Willits, folks were amazed that a thirteen-year-old black boy could be such a crackerjack cyclist. Little Marshall Taylor would use his dedication, undeniable talent, and daring speed to transform himself into Major Taylor, turning pro at the age of eighteen, winning the world championship title just three years later, and battling racism and the odds to become a true American hero.

Details

  • ISBN-13: 9780689831591
  • ISBN-10: 0689831595
  • Publisher: Atheneum Books for Young Readers
  • Publish Date: January 2004
  • Dimensions: 11.76 x 9.86 x 0.39 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 1.09 pounds
  • Page Count: 40
  • Reading Level: Ages 6-10

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