An intimate portrait of Muhammad Ali that explores his ascent to greatness in the prizefighting ring and his extraordinary accomplishments as a celebrated humanitarian.
Muhammad Ali is arguably the greatest boxer of all-time. Yet, outside his record-breaking achievements in the ring, he was admired by millions of people worldwide for his compassionate heart and altruistic endeavors. Throughout his life, Ali demonstrated an unwavering commitment to advancing justice and freedom that should never be forgotten.
In Muhammad Ali: A Humanitarian Life, Margueritte Shelton shows how the "People's Champion" transformed his success in the boxing ring into a powerful platform to further his fight against inequality, injustice, and oppressive politics. Ali ascended to greatness during a violent decade of protests and revolutionary movements, and Shelton vividly portrays the personal journey of this bold young dreamer as he pursued athletic glory to become a champion in the ring and a champion for human rights.
Featuring a rare collection of letters as well as exclusive interviews, this book offers unique personal perspectives on the man who became world-renowned as the "Greatest of All Time." With an emphasis on Ali's humanitarian endeavors, Muhammad Ali reveals that the champion's greatest achievement was his lifelong fight to transform the world as a messenger of peace.
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Social Science BiographiesTable of contents
- Acknowledgments
- Foreword: Norman Giller
- Introduction: The Fight for Equality: A Champion in the Struggle
- 1 On the Road to Greatness: The Journey Begins with Dreams of Gold
- 2 Scientific Aptitude: Power, Speed, and Grace in Motion
- 3 Crowning Glory: A Freedom Fighter Enters the Humanitarian Arena
- 4 Courage Under Fire: The People’s Champion vs. the US Government
- 5 Return from Exile: A Humanitarian Champion Prevails
- 6 Comeback Fortitude: The People’s Champion Goes the Distance
- 7 Oracles and Magic in Kinshasa: Muhammad Ali vs. George Foreman
- 8 Thrilla in Manila: A Fight to the Brink
- 9 Dangerous Crossroads: Signs of Diminishing Returns
- 10 Ascent to Greater Glory: The Fourth Summit
- 11 Long Road Home: An Uncharted Course
- 12 Journey of the Heart: The Daring Adventure
- 13 A Higher Purpose: True Riches of Life
- 14 Prayer for the World: The Muhammad Ali Center
- 15 Universal Impact: The Legacy of Muhammad Ali
- Notes
- Bibliography
- About the Author
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