The 16th Round: From Number 1 Contender to #45472 (original 1974; edition 2005)

by Rubin "Hurricane" Carter (Author)

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An inspiring story about one of this country's true unsung heroes. Written by Carter in prison this book eventually led to his freedom. (

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ForSusan | Aug 6, 2019 |

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An inspiring story about one of this country's true unsung heroes. Written by Carter in prison this book eventually led to his freedom. (

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ForSusan | Aug 6, 2019 |

Great book. An amazingly tragic story that ended the career and almost the life of an extraordinary boxer. Movie was later made about Ruben Carters life (as well as a classic Bob Dylan song) starring Denzel Washington, which is very good as well. (

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tetchechury | Apr 3, 2007 |

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920History and Geography › Biography, genealogy, insignia › Biography

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HV6248.C353Social sciences › Social pathology. Social and public welfare. Criminology › Social pathology. Social and public welfare. › Criminology › Criminal classes

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