Let's Play Two: The Legend of Mr. Cub, the Life of Ernie Banks by Ron Rapoport, Paperback

Named the American League's Most Valuable Player in 1972, this richly illustrated biography explores the star's personal life as well as his playing career. Baseball star Richie Dick Allen forced Philadelphians to address the racism that existed in their city during the 1960s. While his candid opinions challenged the white baseball establishment, Allen's tape-measure home runs earned the admiration of younger fans and fellow players, both black and white.