A Nation's Hope: the Story of Boxing Legend Joe Louis

A Nation's Hope: the Story of Boxing Legend Joe Louis
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Publisher : Penguin
Total Pages : 42
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ISBN-10 : 9780147510617
ISBN-13 : 0147510619
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Book Synopsis A Nation's Hope: the Story of Boxing Legend Joe Louis by : Matt de la Peña

Download or read book A Nation's Hope: the Story of Boxing Legend Joe Louis written by Matt de la Peña and published by Penguin. This book was released on 2013-12-26 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The magnificent, inspiring story of an AMERICAN SPORTS HERO, by Newbery Award-winning author Matt de la Pena. On the eve of World War II, African-American boxer Joe Louis fought German Max Schmeling in a bout that had more at stake than just the world heavyweight title. For much of America, their fight came to represent America’s war with Germany. This elegant and powerful picture book biography centers on this historic fight in which the American people came together to celebrate our nation’s founding ideals. New York Times Best Illustrated Children’s Book Award Booklist Editor's Choice Best Books of 2011 School Library Journal Best Books of 2011


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