Gigliotti, Jim.

I am Roberto Clemente / by Jim Gigliotti ; illustrated by Ute Simon. - New York : Scholastic, c2013. - 127 pages : illustrations ; 19 cm

Includes bibliographical references (page 125) and index.

A passion for Béisbol -- Big-league dreams -- Culture shock -- To the big leagues -- The pride of Pittsburgh -- Making a difference -- Tragedy -- Legacy -- 10 things you should know about Roberto Clemento -- 10 more things that are pretty cool to know.

"I was a famous baseball player, I am known for my heroics on and off the field. I devoted my efforts to charity work and became an inspiring humanitarian, as well as a legendary ball player. I became the first Latin American to be inducted into the National Baseball Hall of Fame, opening the door to future Hispanic players. I am Roberto Clemente"--- p.4 of cover.



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Clemente, Roberto, 1934-1972 --Juvenile literature.
Clemente, Roberto, 1934-1972.


Baseball players.

Cir 927.96 G367 2013