The Original Johnson #2
☆ Be the first to review + Add to your collection — Join freeThis second volume of The Original Johnson collects the conclusion of Trevor Von Eeden's biographical comic series about the legendary boxer Jack Johnson. Covering the later years of Johnson's life and career, the book continues the story of his rise, his controversial reign as heavyweight champion, and the personal and legal battles that defined him. Von Eeden's artwork and narrative bring a distinctive, expressive style to this historical account.
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Jack Johnson continues to climb the ranks in boxing, profiting from instructions given by Joe Choynski. However, his first marriage dissolves due to his infidelities. In 1908, Johnson defeats Tommy Burns for the title of heavyweight champion of the world, then defends himself against James J. Jeffries when he contests the match. Johnson mostly retires from boxing, but has made enemies and is finally brought down by the Mann Act; Johnson fights Jess Willard in 1915 to pay off his debts, loses, then retires from public life.
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