The World's Fastest Man - by Michael Kranish (Paperback)

Major Taylor: The World's Fastest Man is a groundbreaking biography that sheds light on the remarkable life of Major Taylor, the black man who broke racial barriers by becoming the world's fastest and most famous bicyclist at the height of the Jim Crow era.

This book provides a sharp-eyed account of a nearly forgotten African-American sports legend, detailing how Taylor faced racism at every turn but still managed to become a world champion.

With new information revealed through interviews with Taylor's daughter and other never-before-uncovered details from his life, Kranish's book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of sports and civil rights.

Don't miss out on this inspiring story of perseverance and determination that will leave you cheering for Major Taylor and the progress he represents towards a more equal society.