The Official Treasures of Muhammad Ali - Hardcover

Newsham, Gavin

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9781847326713: The Official Treasures of Muhammad Ali

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ISBN 10: 1847326714 ISBN 13: 9781847326713

Publisher: Carlton Books, 2010

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I am the greatest,” declared Muhammad Ali-and he backed up his words with actions. Not only was he the finest heavyweight boxer ever to step into the ring, he was also a compelling and controversial figure outside of it.
The Official Treasures of Muhammad Ali celebrates the boxing legend's glorious achievements through a stunning selection of 150 photographs and 25 items of Ali's own personal memorabilia. This sumptuous book spans Ali's entire career, from his Kentucky childhood and 1960 Olympic success to The Rumble in the Jungle” and Thrilla in Manila.” Stylish text examines Ali's refusal to fight in Vietnam, his retirement and battle with Parkinson's, and his incredible impact on world culture.

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About the Author:

Gavin Newsham is an award-winning British sports writer whose work appears regularly in the Observer Sport Monthly and the Sunday Times. He is the author of Once in a Lifetime (Atlantic), the story of the New York Cosmos soccer team. Co-founder and former associate editor of Golf Punk magazine, he was for four years chief features writer for FHM magazine. His previous books include a celebrated biography of golfer John Daly, which won him NSC Best New Writer in 2004.

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