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A Nation's Hope

Matt De La Peña
3.9
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Duration
8m
Year
2014
Language
English
Publisher
Dreamscape Media

About

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 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.

Related Subjects

  • Political
  • Biography & Autobiography
  • Juvenile Nonfiction
  • Historical
  • Dreamscape

Reviews

"Spare, evocative verse melds with the eloquent illustrations to create palpable energy around the fight and Louis's struggle to the top."
Publishers Weekly Starred review.
"Spectacularly illustrated and smoothly cadenced."
Booklist Starred review.
"Stunning art and dramatic storytelling."
School Library Journal Starred review.

Artists

Matt De La PeñaAuthor
J. D. JacksonReader

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