ali, muhammad

A biography of boxing legend Muhammad Ali, discussing his childhood, the Olympics, his activism and more.

"A biographical novel tells the story of Cassius Clay, the determined boy who would one day become Muhammad Ali, one of the greatest boxers of all time"--OCLC.

A brief biography of Muhammad Ali that introduces the sport of boxing.

"A ... chronicle of the five-year period in Muhammad Ali's life that became a tumultuous turning point -- when he joined the Nation of Islam, changed his name, refused military service, was stripped of his boxing license, and stood at the center of an incendiary legal case that gripped the nation"--Jacket flap.

"The King is dead. The Walrus is shot. The Greatest is no more. Elvis Presley, John Lennon, and Muhammad Ali. These three icons changed not only the worlds of music, film, and sports, but the world itself. Their faces were known everywhere, in every nation, across every culture. And their stories became larger than life-until their lives spun out of control at the hands of those they most trusted. . . Bill O'Reilly and Martin Dugard explore the lives, legacies, and tragic deaths of three of the most famous people of the 20th century. Each experienced immense success, then failures that forced them to change; each faced the challenge of growing old in fields that privilege youth; and finally, each became isolated, cocooned by wealth but vulnerable to the demands of those in their innermost circles"--Provided by publisher.

Exciting illustrations follow the events of the Rumble in the Jungle. The combination of brightly colored panels and leveled text is intended for students in grades 3 through 8.

Ultimate visual guide to the most iconic sports figure of the modern era. Learn about boxing legend Muhammad Ali in this story of his life and achievements, told in pictures. Fund out how he rose to fame from his humble beginnings to become and Olympic gold medalist, three-time heavyweight champion, human rights campaigner, and global sensation.

"Explore the journey Muhammad Ali took to win his final match against fellow heavyweight boxing champion Joe Frazier, known as the Thrilla in Manila. A story of athleticism, heart, and determination, this graphic novel invites readers to immerse themselves into the explosive power of the boxing champion and civil rights activist"--.

"Adapted for young readers, this in-depth portrait showcases the complex bond between Muhammad Ali and Malcolm X, revealing how Malcolm aided in molding Cassius Clay into Muhammad Ali and helped him become an international symbol of Black pride and Black independence"--Provided by publisher.

Presents an illustrated biography of the legendary boxer Muhammad Ali covering his rise from Cassius Clay to heavyweight champion of the world, and including his first meeting with civil rights leader Malcolm X, his interview with sports broadcaster Howard Cosell discussing why he opposed the Vietnam War, and his bout against George Foreman, and more.