This biography highlights the life of Tom Longboat, a distinguished Onondaga distance runner who rose to the top of his sport in the early 20th century. Defying social and economic barriers, Batten describes Longboat's endurance of gruelling training and racial slurs while preparing for competitions. This book highlights Longboat's athletic victories and upholding his dignity during a highly prejudicial time in Canadian history.--Ministry of Education website.

English language arts grade 6 (2009).