Beyond Glory

Joe Louis vs. Max Schmeling, and a World on the Brink

Autori

• David Margolick

Parametri

• 464 pagine
• 17 ore di lettura

• Saggistica
• Seconda guerra mondiale
• Sport
• Storia
• Storia del mondo

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The intense rivalry between Joe Louis and Max Schmeling during the heavyweight fights of 1936 and 1938 serves as a powerful reflection of the socio-political tensions of the era. Acclaimed journalist David Margolick delves into the lives and careers of these two iconic figures, highlighting their contrasting backgrounds—Louis as a black American and Schmeling as a Nazi German hero. The narrative captures the fervent emotions surrounding their legendary rematch, revealing how their bouts transcended sports to embody the broader cultural and social divisions of a world on the brink of war.

Lingua: Inglese

Pubblicato: 2006

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