| A Nation's Hope: The Story of Boxing Legend Joe Louis Contributor(s): de la Peña, Matt (Author), Nelson, Kadir (Illustrator) |
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ISBN: 0147510619 ISBN-13: 9780147510617 Publisher: Puffin Books OUR PRICE: $8.09 Product Type: Paperback - Other Formats Published: December 2013 |
| Additional Information |
| BISAC Categories: - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - Sports & Recreation - Juvenile Nonfiction | Biography & Autobiography - Cultural, Ethnic & Regional - Juvenile Nonfiction | History - United States - 20th Century |
| Dewey: B |
| Physical Information: 0.2" H x 8.8" W x 11.3" (0.40 lbs) 40 pages |
| Themes: - Ethnic Orientation - African American - Chronological Period - 1900-1949 - Chronological Period - 1930's - Topical - Black History |
| Accelerated Reader Info |
| Quiz #: 142513 Reading Level: 4.9 Interest Level: Lower Grades Point Value: 0.5 |
| Descriptions, Reviews, Etc. |
| Publisher Description: The magnificent, inspiring story of an AMERICAN SPORTS HERO, by Newbery Award-winning author Matt de la Pena. 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 |