In an updated re-release of his book, author Robert W. Wheeler and his wife, Dr. Florence Ridlon, add to Jim Thorpe's story, and discuss their own efforts to restore his 1912 Olympic medals, rescinded following a dispute over his amateur status.

KGOU Readers Club: Jim Thorpe - World's Greatest Athlete

KGOU listeners can join in this unofficial book club, with selections picked by KGOU Managing Editor Logan Layden. Each month or so he leads a broadcast discussion with authors and members of the listening audience. Participate by reading the selected book, sending questions to Logan at news@kgou.org.

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KGOU Readers Club: Jim Thorpe - World's Greatest Athlete

KGOU Readers Club: Jim Thorpe - World's Greatest Athlete