"A colorfully illustrated, pocket-size picture book biography of the famous professional boxer and activist Muhammad Ali. Muhammad Ali remains one of the most inspiring and celebrated sports figures today. A gold-medal Olympian and multi-title winning boxer, Ali was an important civil rights activist. From his childhood growing up in Louisville Kentucky, to his amateur boxing training beginning at the age of 12, to his achievements within the professional boxing ring and beyond as a conscientious objector, follow this extraordinary man's life and accomplishments. Pocket Bios are full of personality, introducing readers to fascinating figures from history with simple storytelling and cheerful illustrations. Titles include men and women from history, exploration, the sciences, the arts, the ancient world, and more." -- publisher
Themes
Genres: Non-Fiction
Categories: Biography, Cross Group
Content: Activism, Disability
Settings: Africa, Democratic Republic of the Congo, Egypt, Kentucky, Middle Africa, Northern Africa, United States of America
Ethnicity: Unspecified
Gender: Boy/Man
Race/Culture: Black/African/African American, White/European American/Caucasian
Religion: Muslim
Cross Group Sub: Direct, Non-Central, Positive
Character Prominence: Dominant Main, Secondary