Shares the life stories of the Williams sisters, who have made significant achievements for both women and African Americans through the sport of tennis as well as their personal lives.
Introduction Timeline: Venus Williams Timeline: Serena Williams Knowing the Possibilities in Life The Williams Family Venus Serena Tennis Controversies and Challenges Fashion and Celebrity How Big a Deal It Is References Appendix I: Grand Slam Events Appendix II: Glossary of Terms Appendix III: Venus Williams' Records and Awards Appendix IV: Serena Williams' Records and Awards Index
Jacqueline Edmondson is Assistant Professor of Education at Penn State University. She teaches undergraduate and graduate courses in language and literacy education, and she researches and writes about education policy.