"Harry Jerome is one of Canada's forgotten heroes. From a skinny little kid growing up in Manitoba, he rose to become "the fastest man in the world," a title he held for an incredible eight years. He achieved this, despite having to battle the prejudices he and his family had to overcome, on account of their African-Canadian heritage."--Back cover.
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