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Art Johnson recalls his idyllic youth in the 1950's and early '60s. His cast of characters include his family, friends, and romances. At the same time, Art recalls the major figures of the period and, above all, his love of sports.

Johnson reflects on his physical and spiritual bouts as he grows from poverty in East Saint Louis to prominence in the Olympic boxing ring, through his battle with leukemia in the quietness of the hospital room long after the crowds are gone. Readers will be inspired by his faith in God, which brought him from "Trials to Triumph" time and time again.