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Many things have been written about "The Greatest" Muhammad Ali, but not
much about the many men who stood across the ring from him during his
legendary run. Well, that has changed. Author Stephen Brunt's new book,
Facing Ali brings to life 15 of his opponents stories. Stories that this
author truly researched, allowed his subjects to be heard in their own
words, and finally, allowed Ali fans to find out new information on him
through the eyes of fighter's.
This 302 page book published by The Lyons Press is a MUST READ for Ali
fans, but more importantly fans of boxing that want a portal into how one
man could change the life's of 15 men. Ali's boxing career was larger than
life, but his legend touched more than just his fans. The fighters in
this book were touched in the ring and out by Ali. Fighters such as Joe
Frazier, Ken Norton, Larry Holmes, Joe Bugner, Earnie Shavers, Ron Lyle,
and Chuck Wepner just to name a few.
The book is now available through all of the online retailers such as
Amazon.com and Barnes and Noble.com.
Once you have read it, I would enjoy hearing your thoughts of the book
which you can email me.
ABOUT THE AUTHOR: Stephen Brunt is Canada's premier sportswriter and
commentator. He is the lead columnist for Toronto's Globe & Mail and won
the Michener Award for his piece on negligence and corruption in boxing.
He was nominated for Canada's National Newspaper award for his account of
meeting with Ali.
As always fight fans, keep reaching for the stars, and all your dreams can
be fulfilled.
Email: bberkwitt@aol.com
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