Jack Johnson: In The Ring And Out - Hardcover

by Jack Johnson (Author), Edward W. Smith (Introduction by), Damon Runyon (Introduction by)

""Jack Johnson: In The Ring And Out"" is a memoir written by the legendary boxer Jack Johnson himself. The book details Johnson's life both inside and outside of the ring, chronicling his rise to fame as the first African American heavyweight champion of the world, as well as the challenges he faced due to racism and discrimination during his career. Johnson also shares his personal experiences, including his relationships with women, his time in prison, and his travels around the world. The book provides a unique perspective on the life of one of the most influential figures in boxing history, and offers readers a glimpse into the social and political climate of the early 20th century.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.