A Strong Right Arm: The Story of Mamie Peanut Johnson Book

A Strong Right Arm is the true story of Mamie "Peanut" Johnson who was one of only three women to ever play professional baseball. Mamie's baseball career started out as a dream, which then inspired her to overcome any obstacles that came between her and playing in the majors. Her first chance to play with the boys came in elementary school when she played in the Police Athletic League (PAL). When she played baseball people couldn't believe she was a girl and were impressed by her even when they thought she was a boy. After high school, Mamie pitched for the Indianapolis Clowns, which was a team in the Negro League. She got the nickname "Peanut" when she played in the Negro World Series because she was only 5'2" and 92 pounds.

I would recommend this book for anyone who is interested in reading an inspiring story about courage, determination and overcoming obstacles. This is also a great book for anyone who likes baseball stories or who is interested in the history of baseball. People who like reading about American history would also like this book because it is based in the 1940's and 1950's and shows what it was like living in a time of segregation.
A Strong Right Arm: The Story of Mamie "Peanut" Johnson (Carter G Woodson Honor Book