Knock Out!

Name: Knock Out!
Brand: Thames and Hudson (Australia) Pty Ltd
SKU: 9781910593868
Price: 35.0 NZD
Availability: InStock

The True Story of Emile Griffith

0.0 (0 reviews)

3.99

( 217 ratings, 23 reviews)

Summary

Knock Out! is a vivid graphic novel that chronicles the true story of a defiant boxer confronting the challenges of identity, ambition, and social barriers. Set in a dynamic arena blending sport with personal struggle, the protagonist navigates a world of triumphs and setbacks, illustrating resilience and the fight for self-acceptance. With compelling illustrations, this book delivers a punch of inspiration and empathy.
Read More

Format: Paperback / softback

$35⁰⁰

AVAILABLE WITH SUPPLIER Ships from our Auckland warehouse within 4-6 weeks

Found a better price? Request a price match

Knock Out!

$35⁰⁰

Book Hero Magic created this recommendation. While it's new and still learning, it may not be perfect - your feedback is welcome! IS THIS YOUR NEXT READ?

This graphic novel may appeal to you if you enjoy action-packed stories with strong, dynamic characters and visually striking artwork. It offers a compelling narrative that combines drama and humour, making it a thrilling read for fans of engaging storytelling in a visually rich format.

An intoxicating portrait of boxer Emile Griffith, an Afro-Caribbean-American bisexual athlete and one of the world’s greatest fighters

Description

An intoxicating portrait of boxer Emile Griffith, an African American bisexual athlete and one of the world's greatest fighters

The American boxing champion Emile Griffith gained notoriety in 1962 when he brutally defeated the Cuban fighter Benny Paret. Ten days after the fight, Paret, who had directed a homophobic slur at Griffith during the weigh-in, died from his injuries.

In Knock Out!, Reinhard Kleist draws a powerful, emotive portrait of a bisexual African American athlete who, facing racism and homophobia in 1960s America, found success in the world of boxing. It's the story of a fierce and ambitious fighter, and of a knockout blow that ended one life and changed a second forever.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781910593868

Publisher: SelfMadeHero

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 24 June 2021

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: SelfMadeHero

Contributors:

Created by Reinhard Kleist

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Width: 170.0mm

Height: 240.0mm

Weight: 300g

Pages: 168

Collections

Adult Graphic Novels Boxing, Wrestling & Martial Arts Fiction Graphic Novels Sports

About the Author

Reinhard Kleist lives and works as a freelance comics artist and illustrator in Berlin. His graphic novel Johnny Cash: I See a Darkness was nominated for both the Eisner and Harvey Awards. With The Boxer, Kleist became the first cartoonist to receive the German Youth Literature Prize.