SPORTS
Sullivan, George

Knockout!: A Photobiography of Boxer Joe Louis

(3) 4-6 This book recounts the life of African American boxing legend Joe Louis. The text follows Louis from his birth into poverty in 1914, his successes in boxing circles, his heavyweight world championship bouts, and finally his acceptance by both blacks and whites as an American sports hero. The many archival photographs personalize and enhance the readable and straightforward text. Timeline. Bib., ind.

RELATED 

Get connected. Join our global community of more than 200,000 librarians and educators.

This coverage is free for all visitors. Your support makes this possible.

We are currently offering this content for free. Sign up now to activate your personal profile, where you can save articles for future viewing.

ALREADY A SUBSCRIBER?