We Are The Ship

Using an "Everyman" player as his narrator, Kadir Nelson tells the story of Negro League baseball from its beginnings in... (more)

Using an "Everyman" player as his narrator, Kadir Nelson tells the story of Negro League baseball from its beginnings in the 1920s through the decline after Jackie Robinson crossed over to the majors in 1947. Illustrations from oil paintings by artist Kadir Nelson. (less)

Kadir Nelson explains the history of the Negro National League that played baseball from the 1920s to 1947. Through this... (more)

Kadir Nelson explains the history of the Negro National League that played baseball from the 1920s to 1947. Through this history, he shares the story of amazing men who endured horrible circumstances to do what they loved: play ball. (less)