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The Greatest

By: Muhammad Ali, Richard Durham
Narrated by: Dion Graham
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Audie Award, Autobiography/Memoir, 2017.

In his own words, the heavyweight champion of the world pulls no punches as he chronicles the battles he faced in and out of the ring in this fascinating memoir edited by Nobel Prize-winning novelist, Toni Morrison.

Growing up in the South, surrounded by racial bigotry and discrimination, Ali fought not just for a living, but also for respect and rewards far more precious than money or glory. He was named Sportsman of the Century by Sports Illustrated and the BBC. Ali redefined what it meant to be an athlete by giving hope to millions around the world and inspiring us all to fight for what is important to us.

This is a multifaceted portrait of Muhammad Ali only he could render: sports legend, unapologetic anti-war advocate, outrageous showman and gracious goodwill ambassador, fighter, lover, poet, and provocateur, and an irresistible force to be reckoned with.

Who better to tell the tale than the man who went the distance living it?

©1975 Muhammad Ali, Herbert Muhammad, Richard Durham (P)2016 Graymalkin Media Racism & Discrimination Social Sciences Sports Inspiring Boxing Thought-Provoking Combat Sports

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Critic reviews

"It's uncanny how much narrator Dion Graham sounds like Ali. He has the same rhythm, inflection, and passion that The Champ had.... Graham makes us feel the pain Ali felt, both from the fights and from the world." ( AudioFile)
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fantastic I read the book as I listened and the memory flooded back. will always be the greatest in eyes, as this brings back emotions not of the fights but my father to we listened together and i know in my heart it was the bond he bought to us. simple the greatest. the narration was eminence

The greatest

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Usually don’t review books but this one I had too. Fantastic narration and gripping story from start to finish… highly recommend

One of the best books I’ve listened too

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I didn't realise it but the last 5 minutes of the last chapter I was in tears, a truly remarkable piece of work about a remarkable life

Outstanding

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Very good story, it was very enjoyable and interesting to listen, If you really want to no more
about Ali read this book. A fighter, revolutionary and human being.

Amazing!!!Excellent, Muhammad Ali the GREATEST

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Absolutely gripping. Ali’s story is amazing as it is but Dion Graham’s narrating brings it to life to the extent it eerily sounds like Ali narrating it himself. Simply didn’t want it to end.

Incredible story by a powerful narrator

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I have listened to over 150 Audiobook's and this is the greatest performance by any narrator thus far. Dion Brown had me lost in every chapter of the book, knowing when each character was talking and delivering each speech with aplomb. The story was unbelievable and helped understand Ali's mindset. Overall, I highly recommend this to any boxing aficionado or casual fan.

What. A. Book!

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Worth a listen, really interesting and well done.

I would recommend it to any one

Great Book

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A brilliant book. Expertly delivered. An inspiring and captivating listen. Adds new depth to the achievements and message of Muhammad Ali's life. I listen to a lot of audio books this is the first review I've ever written, I simply had to reccomend this.

Amazing insight into the mind of a champion.

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Great book and a great personality! May Allah grant him Jannah!
Muhammad Ali is the greatest athlete

great book

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The sound should be higher. The story is well explained and the narrator gives life to some characters. It is a good motivational book to listen to.

Inspiring

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