Little people, big dreams

"First published in Spain in 2020 under the title Pequeno & Grande Jesse Owens, by Alba Editorial, in Barcelona. Published by arrangement with Alba Editorial. Translation rights arranged by IMC Agencia Literaria, SL"--Copyright page

The youngest of ten children, Jesse grew up working in the cotton fields of Alabama. Discovered by his high school track and field coach, Jesse quickly rose to fame as an athlete. He went on to challenge racism on the world stage at the 1936 Berlin Olympics and made new world records. This inspiring story of the athlete and activist's life features a fact and photos section at the back

Translated from the Spanish