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K-Gr 2—A kid named Cassius Clay discovers boxing in this nonfiction picture book. Barretta sets the scene through Muhammad Ali's three record-setting heavyweight championship titles. Oversize comic book—style action words ("POW!") highlight Ali knocking out Sonny Liston, George Foreman, and Leon Spinks. Circling back to Ali's childhood, Barretta recounts the oft-cited origin story of 12-year-old Cassius riding high on his brand-new bike. Unfortunately, the bike disappears, and when Cassius reports the theft to police officer...Log In or Sign Up to Read More

After portraying some famous fight scenes, this biography flashes back to show the childhood incident that pushed Cassius Clay into th...Log In or Sign Up to Read More