Win, read and review copies of When I Passed the Statue of Liberty I Became Black by Harry Edward
The lost memoir of Britain’s first Black Olympic medal-winner – and the America he discovered.
About the book
After winning an Olympic medal in 1920, Harry Edward decided to try his luck in America. The country he found was full of thrilling opportunity and pervasive racism. Immensely capable and energetic, Harry rubbed shoulders with kings and presidents, was influential in the revival of Black theatre during the Harlem Renaissance, and became a passionate humanitarian and advocate for child welfare. He was present at some of the twentieth century’s most significant moments, worked alongside W. E. B. Du Bois and Orson Welles, and witnessed two world wars and the civil rights movement. Yet he was frustrated at almost every turn.
Towards the end of his life he set down his story, crafting this memoir of athletics and activism, race and racism on both sides of the Atlantic. His manuscript went unpublished until now. This is the deeply engaging tale of Edward’s life – and a moving testament to his drive to form a better world.
If you fancy winning 10 copies of When I Passed the Statue of Liberty I Became Black for your Reading Group, please apply by 14 December for the chance to take part.
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