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The Longest Fight: In the Ring with Joe Gans, Boxing's First African American Champion,Used
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Many people came to Goldfield, Nevada, America's last goldrush town, to seek their fortune. However, on a searing summer day in September 1906, they came not to strike it rich but to watch what would become the longest boxing match of the twentieth centurybetween Joe Gans, the first African American boxing champion, and 'Battling' Nelson, a vicious and dirty brawler. It was a match billed as the battle of the races.In The Longest Fight, the longtime Washington Post sports correspondent William Gildea tells the story of this epic match, which would stretch to fortytwo rounds and last two hours and fortyeight minutes. A new rail line brought spectators from around the country, dozens of reporters came to file blowbyblow accounts, and an entrepreneurial crew's film of the fight, shown in theaters shortly afterward, endures to this day.The Longest Fight also recounts something much greaterthe longer battle that Gans fought against prejudice as the premier black athlete of his time. It is a portrait of life in black America at the turn of the twentieth century, of what it was like to be the first black athlete to successfully cross the nation's gaping racial divide. Gans was smart, witty, trim, and handsomewith onepunch knockout power and groundbreaking defensive skillsand his courage despite discrimination prefigured the strife faced by many of America's finest athletes, including Jesse Owens, Jackie Robinson, and Muhammad Ali.Inside the ring and out, Gans took the first steps for the African American athletes who would follow, and yet his role in history was largely forgotten until now. The Longest Fight is a reminder of the damage caused by the bigotry that long outlived Gans, and the strength, courage, and will of those who fought to rise above.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Longest Fight'? A: The main theme of 'The Longest Fight' revolves around the historical significance of Joe Gans, the first African American boxing champion, and his epic match against 'Battling' Nelson. It highlights Gans' struggle against racial prejudice and his pioneering role for future African American athletes.
- Q: Who is the author of 'The Longest Fight'? A: The author of 'The Longest Fight' is William Gildea, a longtime sports correspondent for the Washington Post.
- Q: When was 'The Longest Fight' published? A: 'The Longest Fight' was published on June 19, 2012.
- Q: What is the length of the book? A: 'The Longest Fight' consists of 256 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does the book have? A: 'The Longest Fight' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: What historical events does the book describe? A: The book describes the longest boxing match of the twentieth century, which took place in September 1906, and explores the societal context surrounding the fight, including racial tensions of the era.
- Q: Is 'The Longest Fight' suitable for young readers? A: While 'The Longest Fight' provides valuable historical insights, it discusses themes of racial prejudice and may include mature content. Parental discretion is advised for younger readers.
- Q: What makes Joe Gans a significant figure in sports history? A: Joe Gans is significant for being the first African American boxing champion, breaking racial barriers in sports, and serving as a role model for future athletes facing discrimination.
- Q: Can 'The Longest Fight' be used as a reference for sports history? A: Yes, 'The Longest Fight' serves as a valuable reference for sports history, particularly in understanding the impact of racial issues on sports and the legacy of African American athletes.
- Q: What kind of audience would be interested in 'The Longest Fight'? A: 'The Longest Fight' would appeal to readers interested in sports history, African American history, boxing enthusiasts, and those looking to understand the cultural dynamics of early twentieth-century America.