A Strong Right Arm: The Story of Mamie "Peanut" Johnson - Softcover
Motivated by her love for the game and inspired by the legendary Jackie Robinson, Mamie Johnson is determined to be a professional baseball pitcher. But in a sport that's determined by white men, there is no place for a black woman. Mamie doesn't give up-from the time she insists on trying out for the all-male, all-white Police Athletic League until she realizes her dream and becomes one of three women to play in the Negro Leagues. Mamie Johnson's life shows that with courage and perseverance one can overcome even the greatest challenges.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
Review:
"A winning biography of Mamie 'Peanut' Johnson...the true story of the underdog who succeeds despite tremendous odds." -Booklist
About the Author:
Michelle Y. Green is a graduate of the University of Maryland College of Journalism and the Johns Hopkins University Masters Program in Writing. She teaches "The Art of Writing for Children," and two other courses at The George Washington University School of Continuing Education.
Ms. Green is the author of A Strong Right Arm: The Story of Mamie Peanut Johnson, the true story of the first woman to pitch professional baseball in a men's league. She is also the author of the award-winning children's book series, Willie Pearl, a book about her mother set in a Depression-era coal mining town.
Ms. Green lives with her two sons, Bryan and Evan, in Upper Marlboro, Maryland, where she roots for her favorite team, the Baltimore Orioles.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
- PublisherPuffin Books
- Publication date2004
- ISBN 10 0142400726
- ISBN 13 9780142400722
- BindingPaperback
- Number of pages128
- IllustratorNelson Kadir
- Rating
Other Popular Editions of the Same Title
Top Search Results from the AbeBooks Marketplace
Seller Image
A Strong Right Arm: The Story of Mamie "Peanut" Johnson by Green, Michelle Y. [Paperback ]
Published by
Puffin Books
(2004)
ISBN 10: 0142400726
ISBN 13: 9780142400722
New
Soft Cover
Quantity: 10
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Soft Cover. Condition: new. Nelson, Kadir (illustrator). Seller Inventory # 9780142400722
Buy New
£ 7.17
Convert currency
Seller Image
A Strong Right Arm: The Story of Mamie "Peanut" Johnson
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: New. Nelson, Kadir (illustrator). FREE delivery upgrade - If you live in the USA this item will arrive in 4 to 6 business days when you choose the lowest cost shipping method when checking out. Excellent condition. Interior is tight, bright and clean. Paperback cover has minor scuffing from shelf wear. 100% Satisfaction Guaranteed. All items are carefully enclosed with bubble wrap. We ship promptly and worldwide via US Post and will email you a tracking number. Seller Inventory # SKU0034581
Buy New
£ 3.61
Convert currency
Seller Image
Strong Right Arm : The Story of Mamie "Peanut" Johnson
Published by
Puffin Books
(2004)
ISBN 10: 0142400726
ISBN 13: 9780142400722
New
Softcover
Quantity: 5
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Nelson, Kadir (illustrator). Seller Inventory # 1986154-n
Buy New
£ 5.47
Convert currency
Stock Image
A Strong Right Arm: The Story of Mamie "Peanut" Johnson
Published by
Puffin Books
(2004)
ISBN 10: 0142400726
ISBN 13: 9780142400722
New
Softcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Nelson, Kadir (illustrator). Buy with confidence! Book is in new, never-used condition. Seller Inventory # bk0142400726xvz189zvxnew
Buy New
£ 7.62
Convert currency
Stock Image
A Strong Right Arm: The Story of Mamie "Peanut" Johnson
Published by
Puffin Books
(2004)
ISBN 10: 0142400726
ISBN 13: 9780142400722
New
Softcover
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Nelson, Kadir (illustrator). New! This book is in the same immaculate condition as when it was published. Seller Inventory # 353-0142400726-new
Buy New
£ 7.62
Convert currency
Stock Image
A Strong Right Arm Format: Paperback
Published by
Penguin Random House
(2004)
ISBN 10: 0142400726
ISBN 13: 9780142400722
New
Softcover
Quantity: > 20
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Nelson, Kadir (illustrator). Brand New. Seller Inventory # 0142400726
Buy New
£ 4.77
Convert currency
Stock Image
A Strong Right Arm: The Story of Mamie "Peanut" Johnson
Published by
Puffin Books, New York, New York, U.S.A.
(2004)
ISBN 10: 0142400726
ISBN 13: 9780142400722
New
Trade Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Trade Paperback. Condition: New. First Thus. 111 pages. Book in new condition--from my store inventory. Insipired by her hero, Jackie Robinson, Maime Johnson wants to pitch professional baseball. What is this black woman thinking? Only three women ever played in the Negro Leagues. This is the inspirational story of one of them--Mamie "Peanut" Johnson. Size: 12mo - over 6¾" - 7¾" tall. Quantity Available: 1. Shipped Weight: Under 1 pound. Category: Children; Biography & Autobiography. ISBN: 0142400726. ISBN/EAN: 9780142400722. Pictures of this item not already displayed here available upon request. Inventory No: 603080. Seller Inventory # 603080
Buy New
£ 3.71
Convert currency
Stock Image
A Strong Right Arm: The Story of Mamie "Peanut" Johnson
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: New. Nelson, Kadir (illustrator). Reprint. Seller Inventory # DADAX0142400726
Buy New
£ 8.55
Convert currency
Seller Image
A Strong Right Arm (Paperback)
Published by
Penguin Putnam Inc, New York
(2004)
ISBN 10: 0142400726
ISBN 13: 9780142400722
New
Paperback
Quantity: 1
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Paperback. Condition: new. Nelson, Kadir (illustrator). Paperback. Motivated by her love for the game and inspired by the legendary Jackie Robinson, Mamie Johnson is determined to be a professional baseball pitcher. But in a sport that's determined by white men, there is no place for a black woman. Mamie doesn't give up-from the time she insists on trying out for the all-male, all-white Police Athletic League until she realizes her dream and becomes one of three women to play in the Negro Leagues. Mamie Johnson's life shows that with courage and perseverance one can overcome even the greatest challenges. Motivated by her love for the game and inspired by the legendary Jackie Robinson, Mamie Johnson is determined to be a professional baseball pitcher. But in a sport that's dominated by white men, there is no place for a black woman. Photos. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. Seller Inventory # 9780142400722
Buy New
£ 10.70
Convert currency
Stock Image
A Strong Right Arm
Published by
Penguin Books
(2004)
ISBN 10: 0142400726
ISBN 13: 9780142400722
New
Softcover
Quantity: 3
Seller:
Rating
Book Description Condition: New. Nelson, Kadir (illustrator). pp. 128. Seller Inventory # 26660021
Buy New
£ 8.20
Convert currency