Queen of the Negro Leagues
Narrated by Lisa Reneé Pitts
- Released
- August 23, 2022
- Length
- 12 hrs 39 mins
- Format
- Unabridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Tantor Media
"Queen of the Negro Leagues" by James Overmyer offers a compelling look at the life of Effa Manley, the first woman inducted into the Baseball Hall of Fame and a pioneering figure in sports. The book sheds new light on her childhood, her leadership of the Newark Eagles, and her impact within the Negro Leagues, highlighting her trailblazing role as a female sports executive in a predominantly male sport. Through extensive research and archival materials, this biography celebrates her legacy and the vibrant community that embraced her team.
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