--- product_id: 17382629 title: "The Greatest: My Own Story" brand: "muhammad ali" price: "¥5064" currency: JPY in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.jp/products/17382629-the-greatest-my-own-story store_origin: JP region: Japan --- # The Greatest: My Own Story **Brand:** muhammad ali **Price:** ¥5064 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** The Greatest: My Own Story by muhammad ali - **How much does it cost?** ¥5064 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.jp](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/17382629-the-greatest-my-own-story) ## Best For - muhammad ali enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted muhammad ali brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Everybody knows the record the stuff of almanacs, trade magazines and clipping services. A handful know the man. But only Muhammad Ali knows his life as he lived it. The Greatest is Ali's own story. For six years he worked, traveled and talked with Richard Durham, a writer with a stunning talent, and the result is mesmerizing in its brilliance, drama, humanity and sheer entertainment. This is no documented scrapbook of wins and losses strung together with anecdotes; nor is it a thin potpourri of locker room gags. This book, like Ali who has incited every reaction except indifference goes straight to the place where responses to him have always been the gut. When the history of the twentieth century is finally recorded, it must include Muhammad Ali. He is "The Greatest." ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Dimensions | 5.5 x 0.96 x 8.38 inches | | Edition | Illustrated | | Isbn 10 | 1631680498 | | Isbn 13 | 978-1631680496 | | Item Weight | 2.31 pounds | | Language | English | | Print Length | 424 pages | | Publication Date | November 17, 2015 | | Publisher | Graymalkin Media | ## Images ![The Greatest: My Own Story - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71J3rswnwGL.jpg) ![The Greatest: My Own Story - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61-9sChl9rL.jpg) ![The Greatest: My Own Story - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/41zYbB8iQIL.jpg) ![The Greatest: My Own Story - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31+u6FZxRkL.jpg) ![The Greatest: My Own Story - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/31Xl6FHnCdL.jpg) ## Available Options This product comes in different **Format** options. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ "The Greatest" for sure ! *by on Reviewed in the United States March 1, 2022* I was a fan of Clay when I was growing up. No problem when he became a Muslim and changed his name. I did have a problem when he dodged the draft...However when I read this book I gained respect for his reasoning and resolve.The book gave much insight to his fights , his training, his opinion of other fighters and life as a black man in general. I was a teenager when the civil right riots were in full swing, I was not on the side of blacks at the time. Reading this book opened my eyes to the horrible conditions some black people suffered in those years and I gained understanding of their fight as well.There were many parts of the book where I found myself laughing and sadly times when I shed a tear as well. Ali was a wonderful man, a man of integrity and strength, not only strength of body but strength of character as well. I miss him.There was one chapter that was not so great IMO and that was the one where he was talking about his ex wife but as the champ might say, ya can't win 'em all. Other than that chapter the book was fantastic even down to the last chapter and the last sentence in particular.Near the end of the book I was, at times, confused about just what fight he was talking about as he seemed to shift between one fight and another but just keep reading and it all comes together.I stood about four feet from Mr. Ali during his speech at a 4th of July parade in Chicago, though I don't recall anything in particular that he said in the speech (was the late 70's) I do recall that, at the time, I was mightily impressed and it is a highlight of my past experiences. I will forever fondly remember Mohammad Ali and even more so now that I know him better through this book. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ It was really good *by on Reviewed in the United States March 15, 2023* Yall I am so excited to have finally finished my first book of 2023. Now this book did take me a while to finish because I just have so much going on in my personal life and with the work but this was a really really good book. I love how he talked about him being disciplined, I love how he talked about the different fights that he won and even the fight with Frasier that he lost. He talked about his exile from when he refused to join the army to him being married twice and having kids. His confidence radiates and I feel like everyone should have his mindset like they are the greatest. I was also really compelled to read this book because we saw the world's greatest wish was the soundtrack and his movie at our fifth grade graduation. I also really liked how he talked about how he changed his name from Cassius Clay to Muhammad Ali and him being a Muslim so that journey was a really great read I just didn't like how he tried to control and conform his first wife to be somebody that she wasn't. Now this book is over 400 pages so it will take you some time to get through it but I would definitely recommend reading this book to you as he came about in a time when being a boxer as a black man was very difficult so I applaud his dedication and his determination. 4/5 stars great read!! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ INTIMATE, REVELATORY, INSPIRATIONAL...ONE OF MY FAVORITE BOOKS *by on Reviewed in the United States June 8, 2020* IF YOU THINK YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES TO BE THE GREATEST READ THIS!Most people mistake Ali as arrogant but dont understand the story behind his CONFIDENCE. This book takes the reader on a journey. It: facilitates EMOTIONAL HIGHS AND LOWS, discloses the GREED of TWISTED PUPPETEERS in sports but most importantly allows you to partake in a revelatory journey full of obstacles and perseverance that made ALI THE greatest. What makes someone great is not what they do when the cameras are watching but what they do when no one is watching and when the tides are against you. I read this book as I try to navigate my life as becoming a beacon of hope for the world. I would mention that the non disclosed editor Toni Morrison is not mentioned in this book, but was instrumental in crafting this body of work. She released her edited version in 1975, but VERY SIMILAR to this and with the same writer.FUN FACTS: AUTHOR IS BLACKWHY READ: for those looking to better themselves and/or see if you have the qualities of being a great leader (i.e.; integrity, resilience, determination, faith, confidence, whit, love of God and ppl, etc) I WOULD HIGHLY RECOMMEND THIS! Some ppl will not be able appreciate ALL THE HIDDEN GEMS and universal traits shared by other greats OBAMA, NELSON, etc but if you do then you will see a trend and pattern. ## Frequently Bought Together - The Greatest: My Own Story - The Soul of a Butterfly: Reflections on Life's Journey - Muhammad Ali Unfiltered: Rare, Iconic, and Officially Authorized Photos of the Greatest --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.jp/products/17382629-the-greatest-my-own-story](https://www.desertcart.jp/products/17382629-the-greatest-my-own-story) --- *Product available on Desertcart Japan* *Store origin: JP* *Last updated: 2026-07-13*