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Wilma Rudolph

Olympic Runner

Illustrated by Meryl Henderson

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About The Book

An inspiring story of the first American female athlete to win three gold medals at a single Olympic Games shares her triumphs over childhood illnesses to become a high school basketball player. A Childhood Of Famous Americans title.

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Jo Harper

About The Illustrator

Meryl Henderson

Meryl Henderson is a graduate of Syracuse University. In 1974, she graduated summa cum laude with a bachelor of fine arts degree. For over forty years, she has been working as a freelance illustrator, specializing in artwork for children. She has illustrated more than a hundred books and has contributed illustrations to countless magazines and educational books. She currently lives in Catskill, New York.

Product Details

  • Publisher: Aladdin (January 1, 2004)
  • Length: 192 pages
  • ISBN13: 9780689858734
  • Ages: 8 - 12

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