One of the most recognisable, respected & inspirational men on earth, Muhammad Ali is the world's most famous boxing hero. Ali brought unprecedented speed & grace to the sport, & his charm & wit changed forever what the world expects of a champion athlete. In the words of over two hundred of Ali's family members, associates, opponents, friends & enemies, this comprehensive & honest portrait relates his legendary sporting accomplishments, as well as the high drama of life outside the boxing ring. From Olympic gold in Rome, to stunning victory over George Foreman in Zaire, every historic victory & defeat of Ali's career is covered. His controversial embrace of the Nation of Islam
- with the renunciation of his 'slave name', Cassius Clay
- & the historic refusal to be inducted into the US Army makes for compelling reading. Ali became America's first national conscientious objector, & with a willingness to stage his fights in Third World locales, he continued his advocacy for people in need which was honoured in 2000 when he became a United Nations Messenger of Peace. Charismatic, dedicated & a skilful self-publicist, Ali is the living embodiment of the American Dream. This is the biography to match his achievements.