A Nation's Hope — The Story of Boxing Legend Joe Louis * New York Times top ten best illustrated 2011 * Booklist Editor's Choice Best Books of 2011 * School Library Journal Best Books of 2011

Reviews

"Spare, evocative verse melds with the eloquent illustrations to create palpable energy around the fight and Louis's struggle to the top." --Publishers Weekly (starred)

"Spectacularly illustrated and smoothly cadanced." --Booklist (starred)

"Stunning art and dramatic storytelling." --School Library Journal (starred)

"de la Pena's tersely poetic narration is riveting, and Nelson's oil paintings draw viewers directly into the ring." --BCCB (starred)