A Nation's Hope: the Story of Boxing Legend Joe Louis
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Author: de la Pena, Matt
Brand: Penguin Random House
Color: Multicolor
Edition: Illustrated
Binding: paperback
Format: Picture Book
Number Of Pages: 40
Release Date: 26-12-2013
Part Number: Illustrations, color
Details: 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
EAN: 9780147510617
Package Dimensions: 11.6 x 9.1 x 0.2 inches
Languages: English

