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Jack Johnson, Rebel Sojourner: Boxing in the Shadow of the Global Color Line
Theresa Runstedtler
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Paperback. In his day, Jack Johnson - born in Texas, the son of former slaves - was the most famous black man on the planet. As the first African American World Heavy weight Champion (1908-1915), he publicly challenged white supremacy at home and abroad, enjoying the same audacious lifestyle of conspicuous consumption, and masculine bravado. Series: American Crossroads. Num Pages: 376 pages, 19 b/w photographs. BIC Classification: WSBX; WSTB. Category: (P) Professional & Vocational. Dimension: 153 x 230 x 21. Weight in Grams: 514.
In his day, Jack Johnson - born in Texas, the son of former slaves - was the most famous black man on the planet. As the first African American World Heavy weight Champion (1908-1915), he publicly challenged white supremacy at home and abroad, enjoying the same audacious lifestyle of conspicuous consumption, masculine bravado, and interracial love wherever he traveled. Jack Johnson, Rebel Sojourner provides the first in-depth exploration of Johnson's battles against the color line in places as far-flung as Sydney, London, Cape Town, Paris, Havana, and Mexico City. In relating this dramatic story, Theresa Runstedtler constructs a global history ... Read more
In his day, Jack Johnson - born in Texas, the son of former slaves - was the most famous black man on the planet. As the first African American World Heavy weight Champion (1908-1915), he publicly challenged white supremacy at home and abroad, enjoying the same audacious lifestyle of conspicuous consumption, masculine bravado, and interracial love wherever he traveled. Jack Johnson, Rebel Sojourner provides the first in-depth exploration of Johnson's battles against the color line in places as far-flung as Sydney, London, Cape Town, Paris, Havana, and Mexico City. In relating this dramatic story, Theresa Runstedtler constructs a global history ... Read more
Product Details
Publisher
University of California Press
Number of pages
376
Format
Paperback
Publication date
2013
Series
American Crossroads
Condition
New
Number of Pages
376
Place of Publication
Berkerley, United States
ISBN
9780520280113
SKU
V9780520280113
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About Theresa Runstedtler
Theresa Runstedtler is Assistant Professor of American Studies at the University of Buffalo.
Reviews for Jack Johnson, Rebel Sojourner: Boxing in the Shadow of the Global Color Line
"This book is a must-have addition to any boxing fan's library."
Glenn Wilson Boxing News "Runstedtler brings new perspectives to bear in Jack Johnson, Rebel Sojourner... it's well worth the read."
Thomas Hauser The Ring "Runstedtler presents an unexpected yet wholly authentic take on the great African American boxer, Jack Johnson."
Alan Moores Booklist "A fascinating must-read ... Read more
Glenn Wilson Boxing News "Runstedtler brings new perspectives to bear in Jack Johnson, Rebel Sojourner... it's well worth the read."
Thomas Hauser The Ring "Runstedtler presents an unexpected yet wholly authentic take on the great African American boxer, Jack Johnson."
Alan Moores Booklist "A fascinating must-read ... Read more