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The great white hope, a play

1968231 pagesDial Press

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This powerful drama chronicles the tumultuous life of Jack Jefferson, the first African American world heavyweight boxing champion. As he defies racial barriers and societal expectations, Jefferson faces relentless persecution and the desperate search for a 'Great White Hope' to dethrone him. The play explores themes of race, identity, and the crushing weight of prejudice in early 20th-century America.

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