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Muhammad Ali
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- Book Synopsis
- "A high-quality children's biography that little readers are sure to enjoy. There are themes of hard work, determination, overcoming obstacles, boxing, sports, persistence, and confidence-something Muhammad Ali clearly had plenty of."*In this picture book biography of Muhammad Ali, author Gene Barretta and illustrator Frank Morrison tell the unforgettable childhood story of this legendary boxing champion and how one pivotal moment set him on his path to become the Greatest of All Time.The Louisville Lip. The Greatest. The People's Champion. Muhammad Ali had many nicknames. But before he became one of the most recognizable faces in the world, before the nicknames and the championships, before he converted to Islam and changed his name to Muhammad Ali, he was twelve-year-old Cassius Clay riding a brand-new red-and-white bicycle through the streets of Louisville, Kentucky. One fateful day, this proud and bold young boy had that bike stolen, his prized possession, and he wouldn't let it go. Not without a fight.This would be the day he discovered boxing. And a champion was born.Back matter includes biographical overview, photos, bibliography, and more resources.*Brightly.com
- About The Author
- Gene Barretta is an award-winning author and illustrator of children's books. He is the recipient of the Carolyn W. Field Award and the Bank Street Cook Prize Honor. His books include Lincoln and Kennedy: A Pair to Compare, Now & Ben: The Modern Inventions of Benjamin Franklin, Dear Deer: A Book of Homophones, and Muhammad Ali. Gene has contributed illustrations and animation to Sesame Street and Between the Lions. He has also designed characters for the Jim Henson Company. He lives in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania. You can visit him online at www.genebarretta.com.
- Product Details
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- ISBN
- 9780062430175
- Format
- Paperback
- Publisher
- HarperCollinsPublishers, (02 March 2023)
- Number of Pages
- 40
- Weight
- 190.51 grams
- Language
- English
- Dimensions
- 279 x 216 x 5 mm
- Categories:
- General Interests and Hobbies Children and Teenage: Places and peoples Children and Teenage: Hobbies, quizzes, toys and games Children and Teenage: Sports and outdoor recreation Personal and Social Topics Children and Teenage: Diversity, equality and inclusion Children and Teenage: Families and family members Children and Teenage: Racism and anti-racism Children and Teenage: Social issues / topics