Joe Louis: 50 Years an American Hero

by Joe Louis

Book Overview

In this oral biography, Joe Louis Barrow, Jr., weaves a compelling account of his father's life and times with recollections from the people who knew him best: siblings and former wives, boyhood friends, trainers, opponents (including Max Schmeling and Billy Conn), sportswriters, and others. 32 pages of illustrations.

• Format: Hardcover
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0070039550
• ISBN13: 9780070039551
• Release Date: January 1989
• Publisher: McGraw-Hill Companies
• Length: 270 Pages
• Weight: 1.35 lbs.