Muhammad Ali: Trickster in the Culture of Irony

by Charles Lemert

This absorbing book unravels the reasons for the enduring respect and reverence that Muhammad Ali commands long after the end of his athletic career. It will appeal to those teaching and studying cultural studies, social theory, sports studies, and sociology, as well as to general readers interested in Muhammad Ali.

224 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2003

About the author

Charles Lemert (born 1937) is an American born social theorist and sociologist. Charles Lemert is University Professor and John C Andrus Professor of Social Theory Emeritus at Wesleyan University and Senior Fellow of the Center for Comparative Research at Yale University. He is the author and editor of many books.

Reviews

[Lance · Rating 3 out of 5]

An interesting look at the champ.

[Bob · Rating 2 out of 5]

WAY too "Golden Bough" for my taste.