Bird in a Box

Written by Andrea Davis Pinkney

Three kids find hope and friendship through boxing during the Great Depression.

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288 pages· 40,861 words· Est. 5.5 hour read· 670L

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Bookroo's summary

In a small New York town during the Great Depression, three children—Hibernia, Willie, and Otis—seek solace in the boxing triumphs of Joe Louis. Hibernia dreams of singing at the Savoy, Willie grapples with a lost boxing future, and Otis clings to radio memories of his parents. As they navigate personal challenges, their paths intertwine, forging an unexpected friendship. Will their shared hope in Joe Louis's rise to heavyweight champion help them overcome their struggles? Discover how this pivotal year changes everything for them.

From the publisher

In a small upstate New York town during the Great Depression, three children–Hibernia, Willie, and Otis–are about to meet.Hibernia dreams of becoming a famous singer and performing at Harlem’s swanky Savoy Ballroom.Willie is recovering from a tragedy that prevents him from becoming a junior boxing champ.Otis spends every night glued to the radio, listening to the voices that remind him of Daddy and Ma.Each of them is looking for hope, and they all find it in the thrilling boxing matches of young Joe Louis. They know Joe has a good chance of becoming the country’s next heavyweight champion. What they don’t know is that during this unforgettable year, the three of them will become friends.

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