ALI, Muhammad.
The Greatest: My Own Story.
The Greatest: My Own Story.
Stock Code 122459
Frogmore, Granada Publishing Limited, 1977.
Signed by Muhammad Ali
A copy of the autobiography of Muhammad Ali, signed by the boxer to the title-page. Ali is often regarded as the greatest heavyweight champion of all time. A three-time world champion and Olympic gold medalist, this book follows Ali's struggles growing up in the South and his journey to becoming the world-renowned athlete.First UK edition, later printing, inscribed by Muhammad Ali; 8vo (17.5 x 11 cm); inscribed in felt-tip pen to title, with associated note in pen, presentation inscription in pen to fly-leaf, slightly browned, some spotting to prelims; publisher's yellow softcovers, black red and white text to upper cover and spine, photographic rear cover, spine a little faded, some signs of wear with slight soiling to upper cover and light scuff marks to extremities, else very good; 510pp.
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