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As soon as heavyweight boxer Joe Louis became a public figure in the 1930s, journalists and other social commentators began speculating about the significance of an African American man garnering popularity in a racially segregated society. In this book, Marcy Sacks gives an account of the life of a man famous both for his sports career and for his race. With excerpts from newspaper clippings, radio broadcasts, poetry, and interviews, Sacks contextualizes Louis' life and the legacy he left behind.

Before Harlem The Black Experience in New York City Before World War I Marcy S. Sacks "Sachs systematically analyzes the extent of racial prejudice in New York, describing in detail its impact on African Americans. She examines the breakdown of the city's commitment to democracy and equality, . . . focusing on residential and job discrimination, the segregation of schools, and systematic police brutality. The results were devastating."--Choice "An important contribution to a new approach to African American history."--Journal of American History In the years between 1880 and...

When Curious George's new bath toys go down the drain, it's time to call the plumber to come fix the clog. Ultimately, George learns that the best way to keep the plumbing system working is to prevent clogs in the first place. Full color.