Roberto Clemente Young Ball Player
Roberto Clemente Young Ball Player by Montrew Dunham, published by Aladdin in April 1997, is a 192-page work that delves into the life of the renowned Puerto Rican baseball player. This book presents an overview of Clemente’s impressive career, highlighting his achievements with the Pittsburgh Pirates, including his status as a National League Most Valuable Player and a twelve-time All-Star. It also touches on his charitable efforts in Puerto Rico and Latin America, providing a glimpse into the man behind the athlete.
Readers will find an exploration of how Roberto Clemente’s childhood shaped his journey and contributions both on and off the field. The narrative offers insights into his life during the 20th century, emphasizing the historical context of his achievements and the impact he had on his community. This edition is suitable for those interested in juvenile fiction that combines elements of biography and historical fiction, making it a valuable addition to educational discussions about sports and philanthropy.
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Roberto Clemente Walker was a Puerto Rican professional baseball player. He played 18 seasons at right field for the Pittsburgh Pirates. He was a National League, Most Valuable Player once, All-Star twelve times (15 games), batting champion four times, and Gold Glove winner twelve times. In 1972, Clemente got his 3,000th major league hit.
Clemente was very involved in charity work in Puerto Rico and Latin American countries during the off seasons. He died in an airplane accident on December 31, 1972, while en route to deliver aid to earthquake victims in Nicaragua.
Now readers can explore how his childhood influenced his life.
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