1914-1981

The memoirs of the boxer known as the Brown Bomber, who became heavyweight champion of the world in 1937.

An illustrated introduction to the life and accomplishments of professional boxer Joe Louis.

Discusses the life of the heavyweight boxing champion who became a symbol of success and determination not just for blacks but for all Americans.

After listening to the radio broadcast of the heavyweight championship boxing fight of his hero, Joe Louis, a young African American boy realizes that he can emulate the boxer's persistence and strive to become whatever he wants to be.

Draws on research and first-hand interviews to examine the life of Joe Louis and explore his influence on boxing as well as race relations in the United States.

In 1936, three children meet at the Mercy Home for Negro Orphans in New York State, and while not all three are orphans, they are all dealing with grief and loss which together, along with the help of a sympathetic staff member and the boxing matches of Joe Louis, they manage to overcome. Includes author's notes.

A biography of Joe Louis describing his youth in a Detroit ghetto, his rise to heavyweight champion and major sports hero, and his role in destroying the myth of racial inferiority.

In 1936, three children meet at the Mercy Home for Negro Orphans in New York State, and while not all three are orphans, they are all dealing with grief and loss which together, along with the help of a sympathetic staff member and the boxing matches of Joe Louis, they manage to overcome. Includes author's notes.

Presents a collection of photographs depicting the life of Joe Louis, focusing on his professional boxing career, and examines how he became the first African-American to be recognized as a popular figure by many in the twentieth century.