Ajax Defied The Lightning (1920)

By Leon Forrest Douglass

Book Overview

Ajax Defied The Lightning is a novel written by Leon Forrest Douglass and published in 1920. The story revolves around the character Ajax, a young African American man who defies the odds and rises above the challenges of his time. Set in the early 20th century, the novel explores themes of racism, discrimination, and social injustice.Ajax is a talented athlete who dreams of becoming a professional boxer. However, his dreams are shattered when he is falsely accused of a crime and sent to prison. While in prison, Ajax is subjected to harsh treatment and racial discrimination, but he refuses to be broken. Instead, he uses his time in prison to hone his boxing skills and develop a strategy to clear his name and reclaim his dreams.As Ajax prepares for his comeback fight, he faces numerous obstacles, including corrupt officials, racist opponents, and a hostile crowd. Despite these challenges, Ajax remains determined and focused, and he ultimately emerges victorious. His triumph over adversity serves as a powerful reminder of the resilience and strength of the human spirit.Overall, Ajax Defied The Lightning is a compelling and inspiring story of one man's struggle to overcome injustice and achieve his dreams. It is a timeless tale that continues to resonate with readers today.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166426920
• ISBN13: 9781166426927
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 86 Pages
• Weight: 0.28 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.2" x 6.0" x 9.0"