Biography of Billie Jean King

Biographies of Athletes Book 18 · LibriHouse · AI-narrated by Madison (from Google)
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Billie Jean King, the pioneering tennis champion and advocate for gender equality, transformed women’s sports and the fight for social justice. Born in 1943 in Long Beach, California, King’s legendary career included 39 Grand Slam titles and a historic victory in the "Battle of the Sexes" match against Bobby Riggs in 1973. This biography explores her advocacy for equal pay, her role in founding the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA), and her dedication to LGBTQ+ rights. King’s courage and trailblazing leadership made her a symbol of empowerment and change. This book celebrates her legacy as a tennis legend, activist, and role model whose influence transcends sports to inspire generations to fight for equality and inclusion.

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Kuldeep Shubham
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The audio version added an immersive layer to the powerful story
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