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Smokin' Joe: The Life Of Joe Frazier
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A Gripping, Allaccess Biography Of Joe Frazier, Whose Rivalry With Muhammad Ali Riveted Boxing Fans And Whose Legacy As A Figure In American Sports And Society Endureshistory Will Remember The Rivalry Of Joe Frazier And Muhammad Ali As One For The Ages, A Trilogy Of Extraordinary Fights That Transcended The World Of Sports And Crossed Into A Sociocultural Drama That Divided The Country.Joe Frazier Was A Much More Complex Figure Than Just His Rivalry With Ali Would Suggest. In This Riveting And Nuanced Portrayal, Acclaimed Sports Writer Mark Kram, Jr. Unlinks Frazier From Ali And For The First Time Gives A Fullbodied Accounting Of Fraziers Life, A Journey That Began As The Youngest Of Thirteen Children Packed In Small Farm House, Encountering The Bigotry And Oppression Of The Jim Crow South, And Continued With His Voyage North At Age Fifteen To Develop As A Fighter In Philadelphia.Tracing Fraziers Life Through His Momentous Bouts With The Likes Of Ali And George Foreman And The Developing Perception Of Him As The Antiali In The Eyes Of Bluecollar America, Kram Follows The Boxer Through His Retirement In 1981, Exploring His Relationship With His Son, The Wouldbe Heavyweight Marvis, And His Fragmented Home Life As Well As The Uneasy Place That Ali Continued To Occupy In His Thoughts.A Propulsive And Richly Textured Narrative That Is Also A Powerful Story About Race And Class In America, Smokin' Joe Is Unparalleled In Its Scope, Depth, And Access And Promises To Be The Definitive Biography Of A Towering American Figure Whose Life Was Galvanized By Conflict And Whose Mark Has Proven Lasting.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Smokin' Joe: The Life of Joe Frazier'? A: The book provides a comprehensive biography of Joe Frazier, detailing his life, boxing career, and significant rivalry with Muhammad Ali, exploring themes of race and class in America.
- Q: Who is the author of this biography? A: The biography is authored by Mark Kram Jr., an acclaimed sports writer known for his insightful portrayals of athletes.
- Q: When was 'Smokin' Joe: The Life of Joe Frazier' published? A: The book was published on June 4, 2019.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: The book is available in hardcover format, ensuring durability and a premium feel.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Smokin' Joe: The Life of Joe Frazier'? A: The biography contains 384 pages, providing an in-depth look at Joe Frazier's life and career.
- Q: Is 'Smokin' Joe: The Life of Joe Frazier' suitable for all readers? A: Yes, the book is suitable for anyone interested in sports history, boxing, and the cultural impact of athletes like Joe Frazier.
- Q: Does the book include illustrations or photographs? A: Yes, this edition is illustrated, adding visual context to the narrative of Joe Frazier's life.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: Key themes include the rivalry between Joe Frazier and Muhammad Ali, race relations in America, and the complexities of Frazier's personal life and legacy.
- Q: Can I find personal anecdotes about Joe Frazier in this biography? A: Yes, the biography includes personal stories and insights from Frazier's life, offering a nuanced view of his character beyond his boxing career.
- Q: What makes this biography different from others about Joe Frazier? A: This biography uniquely delves into Frazier's life outside of his rivalry with Ali, providing a more rounded perspective on his experiences and challenges.