Undefeated: Jim Thorpe and the Carlisle Indian School Football Team

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Undefeated by Steve Sheinkin narrates the journey of Jim Thorpe, an Indigenous athlete, from his upbringing on the Sac and Fox reservation to his athletic triumphs at the Carlisle Indian School, coached by Pop Warner. This biography also explores the broader context of football history, highlighting themes of racism, exploitation of Indigenous peoples, and the challenges Thorpe faced, including losing his Olympic medals due to eligibility issues. The book discusses racial discrimination, exploitation, mistreatment of Indigenous peoples, and historical injustices.