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Muhammad Ali: A Life from Beginning to End
Discover the remarkable life of Muhammad Ali... Free BONUS Inside! Cassius Clay Jr. The Greatest. The Louisville Lip. The People’s Champion. Muhammad Ali. All are names for one of the greatest boxers of all time. Muhammad Ali lived a life that produced some of the most notable boxing matches ever. He also had battles outside of the boxing ring—battles that included fighting with the federal government for his freedom as well as fighting against his debilitating Parkinson’s disease. You’re about to embark on a journey of greatness. Dive into the life of one of the greatest athletes ever to grace the boxing ring, Muhammad Ali. Ali’s life wasn’t perfect—it was full of twists and turns and conflicts, inside and outside the ring. But his life was truly meaningful, and it made Muhammad Ali worthy of the title he often used to describe himself, “The Greatest.” Discover a plethora of topics such as Growing up in the Jim Crow South Becoming the Greatest The King of Trash Talk Refusing to Join the Vietnam War Politics and Parkinson’s Personal Life and Marriages And much more!So if you want a concise and informative book on Muhammad Ali, simply scroll up and click the "Buy now" button for instant access!
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Published March 18, 2019
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June 12, 2020
An inspiration for many young people
From Cassius Marcellus Clay, Jr., to the greatest fighter in the world, this is the journey of one young man from obscurity to world-wide recognition.
When Cassius was 12 years old, his new bicycle was stolen. When he complained to a policeman, Joe Martin, he said he was going to whup whoever stole his bike. Martin replied, "If you plan to whup anybody, you'd better learn how to fight." Martin then invited the boy to the gym where Martin sometimes worked.
Clay worked hard, pushing himself, and learning all the time. Despite being dyslexic, Cassius was smart. While his opponent was looking for an opening, Clay was planning his strategy.
I enjoyed reading this Hourly History. I, along with Muhammad Ali, believe he was "The Greatest" !
3
From Cassius Marcellus Clay, Jr., to the greatest fighter in the world, this is the journey of one young man from obscurity to world-wide recognition.
When Cassius was 12 years old, his new bicycle was stolen. When he complained to a policeman, Joe Martin, he said he was going to whup whoever stole his bike. Martin replied, "If you plan to whup anybody, you'd better learn how to fight." Martin then invited the boy to the gym where Martin sometimes worked.
Clay worked hard, pushing himself, and learning all the time. Despite being dyslexic, Cassius was smart. While his opponent was looking for an opening, Clay was planning his strategy.
I enjoyed reading this Hourly History. I, along with Muhammad Ali, believe he was "The Greatest" !
3
June 9, 2019
I did it!!
First book I read in three months since my dad died. We both shared a love of Ali, so Daddy this is for you
First book I read in three months since my dad died. We both shared a love of Ali, so Daddy this is for you
February 13, 2025
Good read
“The more we help others, the more we help ourselves.” —Muhammad Ali
“I know where I’m going, and I know the truth, and I don’t have to be what you want me to be. I’m free to be what I want.” —Muhammad Ali
“It’s a lack of faith that makes people afraid of meeting challenges, and I believe in myself.” —Muhammad Ali
“The more we help others, the more we help ourselves.” —Muhammad Ali
“I know where I’m going, and I know the truth, and I don’t have to be what you want me to be. I’m free to be what I want.” —Muhammad Ali
“It’s a lack of faith that makes people afraid of meeting challenges, and I believe in myself.” —Muhammad Ali
April 7, 2022
I received this book free from Amazon and it is part of the Hourly history collection (https://hourlyhistory.com)
These books are mostly about historical events or historical persons.
This one is about Muhammad Ali , one of the greatest boxer if all times and has all the important information about the remarkable man who called himself The greatest, in a very concise way (you can read it within an hour).
This is my assessment of this book Muhammad Ali, by Hourly history according to my 8 criteria:
1. Related to practice - 3 stars
2. It prevails important - 4 stars
3. I agree with the read - 5 stars
4. not difficult to read (as for non-English native) - 5 stars
5. Too long (more than 500 pages) - short and concise (150-200 pages) - 5 stars
6. Boring - every sentence is interesting - 4 stars
7. Learning opportunity - 4 stars
8. Dry and uninspired style of writing - Smooth style with humouristic and fun parts - 3 stars
Total 4.125 stars
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View notes and highlights:
“I hated every minute of training, but I said ‘Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.’” —Muhammad Ali
In his early years as a boxer, Ali moved all the time. His famous quote, “Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee,” was an appropriate way to describe the technique he used in the boxing ring.
“A man who views the world the same at fifty as he did at twenty has wasted thirty years of his life.” —Muhammad Ali
“It’s hard to be humble when you’re as great as I am.” —Muhammad Ali
“Don’t count the days, make the days count.”
These books are mostly about historical events or historical persons.
This one is about Muhammad Ali , one of the greatest boxer if all times and has all the important information about the remarkable man who called himself The greatest, in a very concise way (you can read it within an hour).
This is my assessment of this book Muhammad Ali, by Hourly history according to my 8 criteria:
1. Related to practice - 3 stars
2. It prevails important - 4 stars
3. I agree with the read - 5 stars
4. not difficult to read (as for non-English native) - 5 stars
5. Too long (more than 500 pages) - short and concise (150-200 pages) - 5 stars
6. Boring - every sentence is interesting - 4 stars
7. Learning opportunity - 4 stars
8. Dry and uninspired style of writing - Smooth style with humouristic and fun parts - 3 stars
Total 4.125 stars
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View notes and highlights:
“I hated every minute of training, but I said ‘Don’t quit. Suffer now and live the rest of your life as a champion.’” —Muhammad Ali
In his early years as a boxer, Ali moved all the time. His famous quote, “Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee,” was an appropriate way to describe the technique he used in the boxing ring.
“A man who views the world the same at fifty as he did at twenty has wasted thirty years of his life.” —Muhammad Ali
“It’s hard to be humble when you’re as great as I am.” —Muhammad Ali
“Don’t count the days, make the days count.”
July 21, 2021
A great story, about " The People's Champion " and a great American hero!
It amazes me how a black man from such humble beginnings, who grew up in the Jim Crow south was able to rise and become the heavyweight champion of the world, social activist, humanitarian, and one of the most recognizable and famous athletes of all time. He didn't let racism, prison or even a debilitating disease stop him from reaching his potential. A truly remarkable human being!
It amazes me how a black man from such humble beginnings, who grew up in the Jim Crow south was able to rise and become the heavyweight champion of the world, social activist, humanitarian, and one of the most recognizable and famous athletes of all time. He didn't let racism, prison or even a debilitating disease stop him from reaching his potential. A truly remarkable human being!
June 21, 2019
I learned a lot from this short biography. The author detailed Muhammad Ali's most famous fights and even went into detail about Ali's fighting style when he was at the beginning of his career and how his fight style changed toward the end of his career. This biography also detailed Ali's humanitarian efforts, which were quite extensive and went on for decades. Worth the read.
December 26, 2019
Oh so much more....
There was so much more to Muhamed Ali than I had ever suspected. Even though I spent my 20s and 30s knowing about Ali and watching him fight, there was still so much going on behind the scenes that I did not know about. The information within this brief hourly history document was most enlightening. I enjoyed reading it.
There was so much more to Muhamed Ali than I had ever suspected. Even though I spent my 20s and 30s knowing about Ali and watching him fight, there was still so much going on behind the scenes that I did not know about. The information within this brief hourly history document was most enlightening. I enjoyed reading it.
August 30, 2021
I disagreed with his religion and politics, but he always cared about the little people.
Hourly history freebie, they pass them out on fridays for free. Suitable for teens and adults. Funny to hear him say that Muslims are pacifists who hate violence, seemed strange at the time also.
Hourly history freebie, they pass them out on fridays for free. Suitable for teens and adults. Funny to hear him say that Muslims are pacifists who hate violence, seemed strange at the time also.
November 21, 2022
Simply the best
Great read great man but you do not mention that the UK never took his title away from him and always treated hi with respect and our own brian London said you don't really know howfast he was till you get in the ring with him and Henry cooper who put him on the floor respected him but stilla good book
Great read great man but you do not mention that the UK never took his title away from him and always treated hi with respect and our own brian London said you don't really know howfast he was till you get in the ring with him and Henry cooper who put him on the floor respected him but stilla good book
March 7, 2020
He actually was “The Greatest”
And not just in the boxing ring! I had no idea beyond his boxing and his fight with Parkinson’s that he had accomplished so much, was so persistent in his fight for peace and justice. A life well lived.
And not just in the boxing ring! I had no idea beyond his boxing and his fight with Parkinson’s that he had accomplished so much, was so persistent in his fight for peace and justice. A life well lived.
February 28, 2021
A wonderful man
Chose rating because book deserved it. Would recommend to friends and relatives. Book packed with brilliant information.
All the things he did to help other people what a special man. He died a hero.
Cheryl Spicer
Chose rating because book deserved it. Would recommend to friends and relatives. Book packed with brilliant information.
All the things he did to help other people what a special man. He died a hero.
Cheryl Spicer
April 6, 2022
nice summation
Good overview of a legend. Hits most of the points of his life. I had just read a detailed biography on Ali, so this felt a little sparse, but it had some info about some of his post boxing career that was new to me.
Good overview of a legend. Hits most of the points of his life. I had just read a detailed biography on Ali, so this felt a little sparse, but it had some info about some of his post boxing career that was new to me.
March 4, 2023
Qucik and Basic
A little detailed than these books usually are, but still a pretty good basic introduction. This book covers many different facets of his life, not delving too deeply into any one thing.
A little detailed than these books usually are, but still a pretty good basic introduction. This book covers many different facets of his life, not delving too deeply into any one thing.
October 9, 2019
A good book.
This was a good book and I learned some things I did not know. So it was good . On to the next book.
This was a good book and I learned some things I did not know. So it was good . On to the next book.
January 29, 2020
Good enjoyable read
A short biography of the boxer and the person of Muhammad Ali. A good concise guide to one of the greatest boxers of all time.
A short biography of the boxer and the person of Muhammad Ali. A good concise guide to one of the greatest boxers of all time.
June 6, 2020
Terrible
Just terrible. Written as if it was a teenager's essay for school. I found at least 1 error and I'm confident i would find others if I ever wasted my time reading it again
Just terrible. Written as if it was a teenager's essay for school. I found at least 1 error and I'm confident i would find others if I ever wasted my time reading it again
June 8, 2020
A look at the life of Muhammad Ali.
May 31, 2021
An interesting guy who not only handled himself well, but served his country and those in need.
A good man!
A good man!
September 5, 2021
Greatest Boxing champion
Amazing biography about the greatest champion the world has ever seen. Well deserving of a Nobel prize. But he was muslim.
Amazing biography about the greatest champion the world has ever seen. Well deserving of a Nobel prize. But he was muslim.
December 1, 2021
A nice and interesting overview of a great athlete and man, Muhammad Ali. A person who managed to inspire people from all walks of life and still does so today even after passing away.
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December 23, 2024I would like to read this book
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December 6, 2020
Wow learned something I wish I hadn't.
I grew up watching Ali. New to me, his sexual relations with 16 & 17 year old kids. HH missed the mark not addressing further.
Other facts about his life were well-written. Didn't feel there was a need to mention more than once he had 2 kids outside of his marriages, and not address the minor relationships.
I grew up watching Ali. New to me, his sexual relations with 16 & 17 year old kids. HH missed the mark not addressing further.
Other facts about his life were well-written. Didn't feel there was a need to mention more than once he had 2 kids outside of his marriages, and not address the minor relationships.
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