Sample Muhammad Ali: A Poetic Journey
E. Renard Jackson presents Slam Dunk! Publishing Books
Volume I
A POETIC JOURNEY
Muhammad Ali
A Poetic And Biographical Journey Of A Young Man From Louisville, Kentucky Who Dared To Be Great
Slam Dunk! Publishing Books
proudly presents
....................... MUHAMMAD ALI A Poetic J!rney
.......................
THE AUTHOR SPEAKS:
E. Renard Jackson
It is safe to say that my life would be vastly diļ¬erent had there not been a Muhammad Ali. Coming of age during the late seventies, it was commonplace for the black athlete to use his or her voice to challenge the status quo, which meant speaking out against the extreme injustices that ruled the day. For many of my generation, no voice loomed larger than Muhammad Ali. With no apologies, his voice spoke directly to America. His voice spoke with a certain truth and clarity that gave immense pride to a people, and helped to heal the wounds of a deeply divided nation. For his courage and grace under fire, I am proud to take you on a poetic and biographical journey of this young man from Louisville, Kentucky... who dared to be great.
COURAGE
CONVICTION
Muhammad Ali
1: THE BIRTH OF A LEGEND 2: DEFINING MOMENTS 3: THE NEW FACE OF BOXING 4: THE TALE OF TWO MEN 5: TRUE CONVICTIONS 6: RELIGION & SACRIFICE 7: THE VOICE OF A GENERATION 8: VINDICATION 9: THE COMEBACK KID
Muhammad Ali
10: ALI, BOMA YE! 11: RIVALRY & RESPECT 12: MEMORIES, MAGIC & ALI 13: WHEN OPPOSITES ATTRACT 14: TIME WAITS FOR NO ONE 15: REBIRTH OF A LEGEND 16: HONOR & REWARD 17: LEGACY
PART ONE
The Birth Of A Legend Defining Moments The New Face Of Boxing The Tale Of Two Men
A POETIC JOURNEY
THE BIRTH OF A LEGEND
He was born Cassius Marcellus Clay, Jr. on January 17, 1942, in Louisville, Kentucky.
A Poetic Journey | 1-1
"Cassius Marcellus Clay" Born Is The Child Of Destiny's Own Born Is The Prince Who Inherits The Throne
His Brazen Fury Would Not Be Defied His Road To Greatness Could Not Be Denied
Born Is The Child Of Destiny's Own In This Blue Kentucky Land Where The Butterflies Roam
DEFINING MOMENTS
Imagine your FIRST bicycle. For ANY child it's a symbol of pride, a treasure to behold. And now imagine someone taking it away. Well, that's what happened to 12-year-old Cassius Clay. And what he does next, believe it or not, will change the course of history...
A Poetic Journey | 1-2
"Sweet Revenge" Someone Made Him Mad By Stealin' His Precious Bike So He Summoned The Likes Of Men In Blue And Learned His Way To Fight
He Danced And Pranced For Hours To Perfect His Jabs And Swing Life Would NEVER Be The Same Again For This Boy Who Would Be King
THE NEW FACE OF BOXING
Cassius Clay shattered ALL stereotypes when it came to boxing. You see, not only was he a handsome fighter, but as Clay himself would often remind us... he was downright pretty!
A Poetic Journey | 1-3
"Ain't I Pretty" Ain't I Pretty? Ain't I Fine? Not A Mark On My Face Not A Hair Out Of Line
Don't Mean To Brag But Take A Good Look At Me Ain't I The Prettiest Thang You Ever Did See?
THE TALE OF TWO MEN
Cassius Clay represents the tale of two men. On one hand he is a man of conviction, boasting a kind and gentle soul. But once he steps into the ring he is undeniably THE BADDEST MAN ON THE PLANET!
A Poetic Journey | 1-4
"I'm A Bad, Bad Man" I Am Sworn To My Faith I Am Devout Where I Stand But Make No Mistake I'm A Bad, Bad Man
Go Ahead Bad Man, Do Your Thang Go Ahead Bad Man Swing Go Ahead Bad Man, Do Your Thang Go Ahead Bad Man Swing
I Am Cain And Abel I Am Jekyll And Hyde I Am All Of These Things You Fear And Despise
I Will Riddle You With Kindness I Will March To Your Command But Make No Mistake I'm A Bad, Bad Man
Go Ahead Bad Man, Do Your Thang Go Ahead Bad Man Swing Go Ahead Bad Man, Do Your Thang Go Ahead Bad Man Swing
Contact The Author At:
[email protected]
See Additional Titles At:
www.payhip.com/erenardjackson
Volume I
A POETIC JOURNEY
Muhammad Ali
A Poetic And Biographical Journey Of A Young Man From Louisville, Kentucky Who Dared To Be Great
Slam Dunk! Publishing Books
proudly presents
....................... MUHAMMAD ALI A Poetic J!rney
.......................
THE AUTHOR SPEAKS:
E. Renard Jackson
It is safe to say that my life would be vastly diļ¬erent had there not been a Muhammad Ali. Coming of age during the late seventies, it was commonplace for the black athlete to use his or her voice to challenge the status quo, which meant speaking out against the extreme injustices that ruled the day. For many of my generation, no voice loomed larger than Muhammad Ali. With no apologies, his voice spoke directly to America. His voice spoke with a certain truth and clarity that gave immense pride to a people, and helped to heal the wounds of a deeply divided nation. For his courage and grace under fire, I am proud to take you on a poetic and biographical journey of this young man from Louisville, Kentucky... who dared to be great.
COURAGE
CONVICTION
Muhammad Ali
1: THE BIRTH OF A LEGEND 2: DEFINING MOMENTS 3: THE NEW FACE OF BOXING 4: THE TALE OF TWO MEN 5: TRUE CONVICTIONS 6: RELIGION & SACRIFICE 7: THE VOICE OF A GENERATION 8: VINDICATION 9: THE COMEBACK KID
Muhammad Ali
10: ALI, BOMA YE! 11: RIVALRY & RESPECT 12: MEMORIES, MAGIC & ALI 13: WHEN OPPOSITES ATTRACT 14: TIME WAITS FOR NO ONE 15: REBIRTH OF A LEGEND 16: HONOR & REWARD 17: LEGACY
PART ONE
The Birth Of A Legend Defining Moments The New Face Of Boxing The Tale Of Two Men
A POETIC JOURNEY
THE BIRTH OF A LEGEND
He was born Cassius Marcellus Clay, Jr. on January 17, 1942, in Louisville, Kentucky.
A Poetic Journey | 1-1
"Cassius Marcellus Clay" Born Is The Child Of Destiny's Own Born Is The Prince Who Inherits The Throne
His Brazen Fury Would Not Be Defied His Road To Greatness Could Not Be Denied
Born Is The Child Of Destiny's Own In This Blue Kentucky Land Where The Butterflies Roam
DEFINING MOMENTS
Imagine your FIRST bicycle. For ANY child it's a symbol of pride, a treasure to behold. And now imagine someone taking it away. Well, that's what happened to 12-year-old Cassius Clay. And what he does next, believe it or not, will change the course of history...
A Poetic Journey | 1-2
"Sweet Revenge" Someone Made Him Mad By Stealin' His Precious Bike So He Summoned The Likes Of Men In Blue And Learned His Way To Fight
He Danced And Pranced For Hours To Perfect His Jabs And Swing Life Would NEVER Be The Same Again For This Boy Who Would Be King
THE NEW FACE OF BOXING
Cassius Clay shattered ALL stereotypes when it came to boxing. You see, not only was he a handsome fighter, but as Clay himself would often remind us... he was downright pretty!
A Poetic Journey | 1-3
"Ain't I Pretty" Ain't I Pretty? Ain't I Fine? Not A Mark On My Face Not A Hair Out Of Line
Don't Mean To Brag But Take A Good Look At Me Ain't I The Prettiest Thang You Ever Did See?
THE TALE OF TWO MEN
Cassius Clay represents the tale of two men. On one hand he is a man of conviction, boasting a kind and gentle soul. But once he steps into the ring he is undeniably THE BADDEST MAN ON THE PLANET!
A Poetic Journey | 1-4
"I'm A Bad, Bad Man" I Am Sworn To My Faith I Am Devout Where I Stand But Make No Mistake I'm A Bad, Bad Man
Go Ahead Bad Man, Do Your Thang Go Ahead Bad Man Swing Go Ahead Bad Man, Do Your Thang Go Ahead Bad Man Swing
I Am Cain And Abel I Am Jekyll And Hyde I Am All Of These Things You Fear And Despise
I Will Riddle You With Kindness I Will March To Your Command But Make No Mistake I'm A Bad, Bad Man
Go Ahead Bad Man, Do Your Thang Go Ahead Bad Man Swing Go Ahead Bad Man, Do Your Thang Go Ahead Bad Man Swing
Contact The Author At:
[email protected]
See Additional Titles At:
www.payhip.com/erenardjackson
