Summaries and Commentaries

Chapter 2

Lenox  Lenox Avenue in Harlem.

big cats  here, other African American men.

spoons and needles  paraphernalia used in the preparation of drugs, specifically heroin.

Joe Louis  African American boxer Joseph Louis Barrow (1914–81), world heavyweight boxing champion (1937–49). Louis was revered by blacks for his leadership, athletic prowess, and demeanor.

Sugar Ray Robinson  African American boxer; original name, Walker Smith (1921–89); outstanding boxer, world welterweight and five-time middleweight champion.

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