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King of the World: Muhammad Ali and the Rise of an American Hero by David Remnick (rare books)

King of the World: Muhammad Ali and the Rise of an American Hero by David Remnick (rare books)

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King of the World is a compelling biography of Muhammad Ali, focusing on the early and transformative years of his career, when he rose from Cassius Clay to become a global icon and symbol of resistance, pride, and change in America. Rather than covering his entire life, Remnick zeroes in on the 1960s, exploring how Ali's boxing career, conversion to Islam, and rejection of the Vietnam War made him a revolutionary figure not just in sports, but in American history. The book contrasts Ali with other boxers of the era like Floyd Patterson and Sonny Liston, who represented different ideals of Black identity during the Civil Rights Movement. Rich in historical context, King of the World paints Ali as more than just a heavyweight champion portraying him as a man who redefined what it meant to be Black, Muslim, and American in a turbulent time. It’s a deeply human story of courage, transformation, and the making of a legend.

About the Author

David Remnick is an American journalist, author, and editor of The New Yorker since 1998. A Pulitzer Prize winner for his earlier work Lenin's Tomb, Remnick is widely recognized for his insightful reporting, literary depth, and ability to capture the social and political context surrounding historical figures. He is especially praised for blending narrative journalism with cultural analysis in a compelling and readable style.

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