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Unforgivable blackness
The Rise and Fall of Jack Johnson
Book • 2004
This book by Geoffrey C. Ward tells the story of Jack Johnson, who became the first African-American to win the heavyweight championship in 1908.
Johnson's victory sparked a global search for a 'Great White Hope' to reclaim the title, and he faced intense racism and legal challenges for his relationships with white women.
The book is a detailed exploration of Johnson's life and the societal context of his time.
Johnson's victory sparked a global search for a 'Great White Hope' to reclaim the title, and he faced intense racism and legal challenges for his relationships with white women.
The book is a detailed exploration of Johnson's life and the societal context of his time.
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Ken Burns
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Mentioned by Joshua Wright as his all-time favorite sports book.
Joshua K. Wright, "The NBA's Global Empire: How the League Became an International Powerhouse" (McFarland, 2025)
