Great African Americans in Sports (Outstanding African Americans) - Softcover

Rediger, Pat

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0865058156 ISBN 13: 9780865058156

Publisher: Crabtree Pub Co, 1995

Synopsis

Profiles notable African Americans in the field of sports, including Muhammad Ali, Arthur Ashe, and Zina Garrison

About this title

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Taken from "Muhammad Ali" In 1967, Muhammad refused to fight in the Vietnam War, and he was stripped of his boxing title. However, he returned to the ring in November, 1970. He fought Jerry Quarry and won, regaining his title and reputation. In 1971, Muhammad fought Joe Frazer and lost. It was the first fight he had lost as a champion. Muhammad and Joe fought a rematch in 1974, and this time Muhammad won. But he was still not heavyweight champion. He would have to beat George Foreman if he wanted to regain his title. George was younger and stronger, and most people expected Muhammad to lose the fight. But Muhammad used his speed to win the match in the eighth round.

Review:

The "Great African Americans In. . . " series presents a wealth of highly recommendable role models for young readers -- Children's Bookwatch, Sept. , 1996

The attention to plenty of photos and simple embellishments will interest youngsters in black achievement -- Children's Bookwatch, Sept. 1996

About this edition

• Publisher: Crabtree Pub Co
• Publication date: 1995
• ISBN 10: 0865058156
• ISBN 13: 9780865058156
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 64