Over the years, many women have made contributions to track and field. Betty Robinson became the first woman to win an Olympic gold medal in the sport, paving the way for athletes such as Fanny Blankers-Koen, Wilma Rudolph, Joan Benoit, and Elaine Thompson-Herah. Read this book to learn more about each womans struggles and successes, and find out what makes them trailblazers. Includes sidebars, fun facts, glossary, websites, and bibliography for further reading.
| ISBN: | 9781684507511 |
| Publication date: | 1st January 2023 |
| Author: | Karen Rosen |
| Publisher: | Norwood House Press |
| Format: | Hardback |
| Pagination: | 48 pages |
| Series: | Trailblazing Female Athletes |
| Genres: |
Children’s / Teenage general interest: Athletics and gymnastics |