Smith, Charles R., 1969-

Twelve rounds to glory : the story of Muhammad Ali / Story of Muhammad Ali Muhammad Ali Charles R. Smith Jr. ; illustrated by Bryan Collier. - 1st ed. - Cambridge, Mass. : Candlewick Press, 2007. - 80 p. : col. ill. ; 27 x 29 cm.

Wilson's Children, October 2010 Wilson's Junior High School, January 2010 School Library Journal, December 2007 Book Links (A.L.A.), January 2009 Booklist starred, February 2008 Horn Book Starred, April 2008 Publisher's Weekly, December 2007 New York Times, May 2008 Horn Book, January 2008

Rap-inspired verse and illustrations describe the life of Muhammed Ali, discussing his bouts, struggles with societal prejudice, Islamic faith, Olympic glory, and more.

7.1. 5-8 Follett Library Resources.



Coretta Scott King Award, 2008

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Ali, Muhammad, 1942-


Boxers (Sports)--Biography.
African Americans--Biography.

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