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

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Enjoyed by readers of age: 6 to 8

Read the most by: boys and girls

The magnificent, inspiring story of an
AMERICAN SPORTS HERO

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

ISBN10: 0147510619	ISBN13: 9780147510617
Format: Paperback	Pages: 40
Publisher: Puffin Books	GoodReads Rating: 4
Author: Matt de la Peña, Kadir Nelson,