MAX BAER AND BARNEY ROSS: Jewish Heroes of Boxing
In the 1920s and 1930s Jews needed symbols of strength and demonstrations of courage against their enemies, and they found both in two champions of boxing: Max Baer and Barney Ross. Baer was the only Jewish heavyweight champion in the 20th century, while Ross was considered one of the greatest welterweight and lightweight champions of the era. Photos.
Format: Hardbound
Pages: 191
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN: 9781442269323
Item #: 192687X