Muhammad Ali is not only the greatest heavyweight boxer ever to have stepped into the ring he is also the most recognized man on the planet; a man who rose above his own sport & all sport & is the greatest living icon of the modern age. The Treasures of Muhammad Ali" allows readers the opportunity to experience & truly appreciate the boxing & humanitarian legend's glorious achievements through a stunning selection of 200 photographs & a stylish text as well as through 25 items of Ali's own personal & private memorabilia. Study his early fight contracts read his personal letters browse famous fight programmes & admire the removable fight posters... This sumptuous book spans Ali's entire career from his early days growing up in Kentucky through to his amateur career & 1960 Olympic success his early professional bouts & world title fight with Sonny Liston. The book goes on to candidly discuss his conversion to Islam & the controversy surrounding his refusal to be inducted into the US Armed Forces before showcasing his legendary comeback fights: the ' Rumble in the Jungle' & the ' Thrilla in Manila'. The book charts Ali's retirement fight with Parkinson's life outside the ring & his incredible impact on world culture." The Treasures of Muhammad Ali" is a unique celebration of the life of one who is quite simply " The Greatest"."