boxers (sports)

Examines the life and career of boxer Joe Frazier, and looks at his rivalry with Muhammad Ali.

"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.

"Living on an East London council estate has its worries--and life for fifteen year old Molly hasn't always been easy. But she has a dream . . . to be a boxer just like her older brother Denny. When he agrees to train her, she couldn't be more excited. But one night everything changes. There's an assault outside Molly's local boxing club, Denny's nowhere to be found and the police are after him. Molly must prove her brother's innocence and delve into the underbelly of East London, and her family history where new and old secrets are revealed"--Provided by publisher.

Presents a collection of articles from the boxing archives and interviews of ex-fighters that uncover some of boxings' most intriguing stories.

"Explore the journey Muhmmad 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"--Provided by publisher.

"Jimmy's ready to raise a ruckus, and the only thing bigger than his hair is his fighting spirit! Jimmy's always been too much--too loud, too rash, too dangerously distractible--but that's still not enough. He'll fight his way into the spotlight as Jimmy Ruckus, a (soon-to-be) champ like his pintsize hero--the legend himself, Pimento Gonzales! Is sheer pluck enough to take our tiny fighter to the top? Does a worthy (or willing) opponent await on this here Planet Earth? Will he learn some big, important lesson along the way? We wouldn't get our hopes up..."--Back cover.

"It's time to enter the ring and meet the greatest boxers of all time! Readers will learn about the sport and look at exciting facts and stats presented in an engaging top-10 format"--Provided by publisher.

A photographic history of boxing, includes profiles of more than two hundred of the world's greatest competitors, essays on twelve legends of the ring, descriptions of twenty-three outstanding fights, boxing records, and information on what goes on behind the scenes, as well as fixes and scandals that have plagued the sport.

Explores the life and career of Muhammad Ali, including his impact on the civil rights movement, his philanthropic endeavors, and much more.

"This graphic novel follows the life of Muhammad Ali as he became a world heavyweight boxing champion, activist, and philanthropist"-- Provided by publisher.