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

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Dial Books for Young Readers, 2011 - Juvenile Nonfiction - 40 pages
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 around the historic fight in which Black and White America were able to put aside prejudice and come together to celebrate our nation's ideals.

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The writing style is rich with imagery. - Goodreads
FIrst off, the artwork in this book is gorgeous. - Goodreads
Appeal - The artwork is amazing. - Goodreads
Kadir Nelson's illustrations are fantastic. - Goodreads
Nelson's illustrations are lovely as always. - Goodreads
The illustrations are ART. Beautiful. - Goodreads

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

User Review  - Derek Westerman - Goodreads

Audience - 2nd grade to 3rd grade. Children would love to read about a national hero. Appeal - The artwork is amazing. The characters don't look exactly like the real people this story is about, but ... Read full review

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

User Review  - Kailynnec - Goodreads

I think this book is a really good book. The theme of this book is trying to tell us that never give up hope. And someday, it might be true. We also have to have courage to faces conflicts and solve them. It gives me lessons, I love it. Read full review

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About the author (2011)

Matt de la Pena, an acclaimed novelist, lives in Brooklyn, New York.

Kadir Nelson, New York Times bestselling author and two-time Caldecott Honor winner lives in San Diego, California.

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TitleA Nation's Hope: The Story of Boxing Legend Joe Louis
AuthorMatt de la Peña
Illustrated byKadir Nelson
Editionillustrated
PublisherDial Books for Young Readers, 2011
ISBN0803731671, 9780803731677
Length40 pages
Subjects ›  ›  › 

Juvenile Nonfiction / Biography & Autobiography / Cultural Heritage
Juvenile Nonfiction / Biography & Autobiography / Sports & Recreation
Juvenile Nonfiction / History / United States / 20th Century
Juvenile Nonfiction / Social Issues / Prejudice & Racism
Juvenile Nonfiction / Sports & Recreation / General
Juvenile Nonfiction / Sports & Recreation / Martial Arts
Juvenile Nonfiction / Sports & Recreation / Miscellaneous
  
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