Black Jack: The Ballad of Jack Johnson

by Charles R. Smith Jr.

Book Overview

This nonfiction picture book from author Charles R. Smith Jr and illustrated by Shane W. Evans tells the story of the world's first black heavyweight champion, the charismatic Jack "Black Jack" Johnson.

Born as Arthur John Johnson in the southern state of Texas, Jack Johnson was one of the most renowned boxers of the twentieth century. Through hard work and persistence, he climbed the ranks, taking a swing and a jab and eventually...

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1250846552
• ISBN13: 9781250846556
• Release Date: December 2022
• Publisher: Square Fish
• Length: 40 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 8.5" x 10.9"
• Age Range: 2 to 6 years
• Grade Range: Preschool to Grade 1