The Ashe Brothers: How Arthur and Johnnie Changed Tennis Forever
The Ashe Brothers: How Arthur and Johnnie Changed Tennis Forever
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Annotation: "In 1968, Arthur Ashe climbed his way to the top of the tennis world in a time filled with racial tension and segregation. But his success didn't happen without help. Arthur's close relationship with his younger brother, Johnnie, was key to Arthur becoming the first Black man to break the color barrier in men's tennis. A layered story full of love, sibling rivalry, and unconditional support, The Ashe Brothers tells the little-known story behind Arthur's Grand Slam win"-- cProvided by publisher.
Genre: [Biographies]
 
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Catalog Number: #355019
Format: Publisher's Hardcover
Publisher: Capstone
Copyright Date: 2023
Edition Date: 2023 Release Date: 01/01/23
Illustrator: Wilkerson, David,
Pages: 1 volume (unpaged)
ISBN: 1-684-46536-2
ISBN 13: 978-1-684-46536-1
Dewey: 920
LCCN: 2022013079
Dimensions: 26 cm
Language: English
Bibliography Index/Note: Includes bibliographical references.
Word Count: 1,119
Reading Level: 4.5
Interest Level: 2-5
Accelerated Reader: reading level: 4.5 / points: 0.5 / quiz: 520769 / grade: Middle Grades
Guided Reading Level: S
Fountas & Pinnell: S

In 1968, Arthur Ashe climbed his way to the top of the tennis world in a time filled with racial tension and segregation. But his success didnt happen without help. Arthurs close relationship with his younger brother, Johnnie, was key to Arthur becoming the first Black man to break the color barrier in mens tennis. A layered story full of love, sibling rivalry, and unconditional support, The Ashe Brothers tells the little-known story behind Arthurs Grand Slam win.


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