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A Fist for Joe Louis and Me
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By Trinka Hakes Noble ● Pictures by Nicole Tadgell
Gordy learns to box from his father, and their hero is Joe Louis, the great fighter from Detroit. But the Great Depression has shaken the city, and Gordy’s father loses his job in the auto industry. When Gordy’s mother finds work with a Jewish tailor, Gordy meets Ira, a boy who also follows boxing. Their friendship grows as America watches Joe Louis prepare for his 1938 rematch against German boxer Max Schmeling, a fight many people see as larger than sport. A Fist for Joe Louis and Me is a powerful historical picture book about friendship, prejudice, family hardship, and standing up for someone else. It gives young readers a personal doorway into Depression-era Detroit, boxing history, and a tense moment before World War II.
Courage Diverse Voices Friendship History Sports Picture Books
6-8 Years 9-12 Years 40 Pages
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