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1) Muhammad
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Margaret K. McElderry Books
Pub. Date
c2003
Language
English
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Introduces Muhammad and the basic tenets of the Islamic faith.
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Becoming Ali volume 1
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English
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A biographical novel tells the story of Cassius Clay, the determined boy who would one day become Muhammad Ali, one of the greatest boxers of all time.
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The Man Who Inspired the World's Fastest-Growing Religion
Muhammad presents a fascinating portrait of the founder of a religion that continues to change the course of world history. Muhammad's story is more relevant than ever because it offers crucial insight into the true origins of an increasingly radicalized Islam. Countering those who dismiss Islam as fanatical and violent, Armstrong offers a clear, accessible, and balanced
...7) Muhammad Ali
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English
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Most of the time sports are seen as the height of competition, but often they also bring people together in times of cultural, social, and political upheaval. Muhammad Ali explores the way the G.O.A.T. boxer served to bring Americans together. Includes ties to 21st Century themes, as well as infographics, timelines, glossary, and index. Most of the time sports are seen as the height of competition, but often they also bring people together in times...
9) Muhammad Ali
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"As a boxer, Muhammad brought unprecedented speed and grace to the sport of boxing. The phrase "floats like a butterfly and stings like a bee" comes to mind when we think of Ali. Sports Illustrated named him "Sportsman of the Century." In 2005, he received the United States of America's highest civil award, the Presidential Medal of Freedom."
10) Muhammad Ali
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The story of boxing icon Muhammad Ali! An original graphic novel celebrating the life of the glorious athlete who metamorphosed from Cassius Clay to become a three-time heavyweight boxing legend, activist, and provocateur: Muhammad Ali. Not only a titan in the world of sports but in the world itself, he dared to be different and to challenge and defy through his refusal to be drafted to fight in Vietnam, his rejection of his "slave" name, and ultimately...
11) Muhammad Ali
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English
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A stolen bicycle led twelve-year-old Cassius Clay to his first boxing teacher. He spent endless hours training, determined that he would one day become the heavyweight champion of the world. In 1964 he beat Sonny Liston to make his prediction come true. When Ali refused to fight in the Vietnam War, his title was stripped from him, and he was banned from boxing. But just a few years later, he made an incredible comeback. Find out how Ali became one...
12) Muhammad Ali
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"Muhammad Ali may have been the greatest athlete of the 20th century. He won two Golden Gloves titles and recorded many victories during his incredible boxing career. In 1960 he won the gold medal for boxing at the Olympics in Rome, Italy. Later, he became and activist and philanthropist, leaving a legacy out of the boxing ring as well as in it. Readers explore the rich life of a great champion who also became a living symbol of hope and peace in...
13) Muhammad Ali
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English
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A champion boxer who challenged society's beliefs, Muhammad Ali is a true trailblazer. Historic photos and easy-to-read text take readers into the athlete's life. Zoom in even deeper with quick stats, a timeline, and bolded glossary terms. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards.
14) Muhammad Ali
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English
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"This biography highlights the life and accomplishments of Muhammad Ali. Readers learn about Ali's early life, his gold medal win at the 1960 Olympic Games, his refusal to fight in the Vietnam War on religious grounds and ban from boxing, his return and five-year defense of the world heavyweight title" --
15) Meeting Muhammad
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Allah has never sent a Prophet except that Prophet had a beautiful face and a beautiful voice. In the case of the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) as Ali (RA) said, "I've never seen anything like him, before him or after him". However, as stunning as the Prophet Muhammad (PBUH) appearance was, his character was even more strikingly beautiful.
Do you ever wonder what it would be like to be in the presence of Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, as his companions were? What...
16) Prophet Muhammad
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Why should you read this book?
The Prophet Muhammad (peace be upon him [PBUH]) was the most influential, revolutionary human being - past, present, or future. If you fully emulate his actions and inspiring examples, it could provide a way out of the challenges you face and allow you to lead a life of even more peace and happiness.
What differentiates this book from others in its genre?
Most books on his life are like history texts....
17) Muhammad Ali
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English
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Few global personalities have commanded an all-encompassing sporting and cultural audience like Muhammad Ali. Many have tried to interpret his impact and legacy into words. Now, Muhammad Ali: A Tribute to the Greatest allows us to more fully appreciate the truth-and understand both the man and the ways in which he helped recalibrate how the world perceives its transcendent figures. In this celebratory volume, New York Times bestselling author Thomas...
18) Muhammad Ali
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In this book from the critically acclaimed, multimillion-copy best-selling Little People, BIG DREAMS series, discover the incredible life of Muhammad Ali, "the greatest" boxer of all time.
When he was little, Muhammad Ali had his bicycle stolen. He wanted to fight the thief, but a policeman told him him to learn how to box first. After training hard in the gym, Muhammad developed a strong jab and an even stronger work ethic. His smart thinking...
19) Muhammad Ali
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A colorfully illustrated, pocket-size picture book biography of the famous professional boxer and activist Muhammad Ali.
Muhammad Ali remains one of the most inspiring and celebrated sports figures today. A gold-medal Olympian and multi-title winning boxer, Ali was an important civil rights activist. From his childhood growing up in Louisville, Kentucky, to his amateur boxing training beginning at the age of 12, to his achievements within the professional...
20) Ibtihaj Muhammad
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Meet Olympic fencer Ibtihaj Muhammad! Muhammad's life story is examined from her childhood in New Jersey where she began fencing at age thirteen, to a 2005 Junior Olympic championship and 2014 Senior World Team championship. Learn about Muhammad's Olympic career at Rio de Janeiro games where she won a bronze medal. Aligned to Common Core Standards and correlated to state standards. Big Buddy Books is an imprint of Abdo Publishing, a division of ABDO....
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