I Never Had It Made
Narrated by Ossie Davis
- Released
- August 6, 2008
- Length
- 2 hrs 59 mins
- Format
- Abridged Audiobook
- Publisher
- Brilliance Audio
This audiobook presents the inspiring journey of Jackie Robinson, the first man of color to break into the realm of professional sports. It chronicles his early life influences, experiences at UCLA, and time in the Army, where he confronted racism and fought against Jim Crow laws. As Branch Rickey, president of the Brooklyn Dodgers, sought a player for his groundbreaking "Noble Experiment," Robinson's remarkable character and tenacious spirit emerged as pivotal. The narrative also explores his personal struggles and responses to the turbulent sixties, deepening listeners' appreciation for his resilience and strength.
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