Perfect Match
The Story of Althea Gibson and Angela Buxton
by Lori Dubbin
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Pub Date Sep 10 2024 | Archive Date Jun 30 2024
Lerner Publishing Group | Kar-Ben Publishing ®
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Description
When Althea Gibson first dreamed of joining the big American tennis leagues, she was denied because she was Black. Angela Buxton dreamed of joining the best tennis clubs in Britain, but she was rejected because she was Jewish. When Angela heard that Althea was coming to Britain to compete, she skipped school to see the match. If Althea didn't let hatred stop her from playing the game she loved, Angela wouldn't either.
At the French Championships in 1956, Angela told Althea about her dream of winning Wimbledon with a doubles partner. To win as a team, they would have to stick to their strengths—together.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9798765603000 |
| PRICE | $19.99 (USD) |
| PAGES | 32 |
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