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King of the World: Muhammad Ali and the Rise of an American Hero

by David Remnick (1998)

About this book

The Pulitzer Prize-winning biographer's classic examining Ali's transformation from Cassius Clay in Louisville into a transcendent global figure. This definitive sports work explores the career, athletic prowess, and legendary impact of Muhammad Ali across Boxing.

Setting / LocationGlobal
Story Era1960s-1980s
Protagonist / CoreMuhammad Ali

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