41 Remarkable Memoirs by Black Celebrities

In 1947, Jackie Robinson made history as the first African-American to play in Major League Baseball. Originally published in 1971 — the year he died — Robinson's autobiography I Never Had It Made examines his childhood, his years at UCLA, his time in the Army, and the unexpected journey of breaking down barriers in baseball. While recalling all of the special moments in the sport that made him famous, the former MLB star also discusses his turbulent relationship with his son, his role during the Civil Rights Movement, and the qualities and values that helped him overcome challenges and conquer his dreams.