{"product_id":"facing-ali-by-stephen-brunt-rare-books","title":"Facing Ali by Stephen Brunt [Rare books]","description":"\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"431\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"80\"\u003eFacing Ali: 15 Fighters \/ 15 Stories\u003c\/strong\u003e by \u003cstrong data-start=\"84\" data-end=\"101\"\u003eStephen Brunt\u003c\/strong\u003e is a compelling collection that offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of 15 boxers who faced the legendary Muhammad Ali in the ring. \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eRather than focusing solely on Ali's perspective, Brunt provides a platform for his opponents to share their experiences, challenges, and the profound impact these encounters had on their careers and lives.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThe book spans a diverse range of fighters, from the renowned to the obscure, including George Foreman, Joe Frazier, and Jurgen Blin, each offering unique insights into what it was like to face the greatest boxer of all time.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eThrough these personal narratives, Brunt paints a multifaceted portrait of Ali, highlighting not only his prowess in the ring but also the indelible mark he left on those who stood opposite him.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"40\" data-end=\"431\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"\" data-state=\"closed\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"ms-1 inline-flex max-w-full items-center relative top-[-0.094rem] animate-[show_150ms_ease-in]\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.publishersweekly.com\/978-1-58574-829-7?utm_source=chatgpt.com\" rel=\"noopener\" class=\"flex h-4.5 overflow-hidden rounded-xl px-2 text-[0.5625em] font-medium text-token-text-secondary! bg-[#F4F4F4]! dark:bg-[#303030]! transition-colors duration-150 ease-in-out\" target=\"_blank\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"relative start-0 bottom-0 flex h-full w-full items-center\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"flex h-4 w-full items-center justify-between absolute\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"max-w-full grow truncate overflow-hidden text-center\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003eAbout the Author:\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"835\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"456\" data-end=\"473\"\u003eStephen Brunt\u003c\/strong\u003e is a distinguished Canadian sports journalist and author, celebrated for his in-depth reporting and insightful commentary. \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eBorn in Hamilton, Ontario, in 1959, Brunt began his career at \u003cem data-start=\"62\" data-end=\"82\"\u003eThe Globe and Mail\u003c\/em\u003e in 1982 and later became a prominent sports columnist.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eHis investigative series on negligence and corruption in boxing earned him the Michener Award for public service journalism in 1988.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eBrunt has authored several acclaimed books, including \u003cem data-start=\"54\" data-end=\"79\"\u003eSearching for Bobby Orr\u003c\/em\u003e, \u003cem data-start=\"81\" data-end=\"98\"\u003eGretzky's Tears\u003c\/em\u003e, and \u003cem data-start=\"104\" data-end=\"116\"\u003eFacing Ali\u003c\/em\u003e, which was named one of the ten best sports books of the year by \u003cem data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"202\"\u003eSports Illustrated\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"relative -mx-px my-[-0.2rem] rounded px-px py-[0.2rem] transition-colors duration-100 ease-in-out\"\u003eBeyond his written work, Brunt has contributed to various media outlets and is known for his thoughtful analysis of sports and culture.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Clapping Pages","offers":[{"title":"Used","offer_id":45255583760570,"sku":"34EOZOX6P-Used","price":29.0,"currency_code":"AED","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0713\/5576\/0826\/files\/fa_dedd9a0a-0d6f-468f-af2e-ad48bac0674a.jpg?v=1761066077","url":"https:\/\/clappingpages.com\/products\/facing-ali-by-stephen-brunt-rare-books","provider":"Clapping Pages","version":"1.0","type":"link"}