This book recounts the story of one of boxing's true greats, charting his rise from obscurity to become the finest boxer of the 1960s and 1970s--if not of all time--and his later life as a family man, celebrity, and champion of the needy. Illustrated with over 100 photographs, it is a comprehensive account of the life and times of a boxing giant.
No subject is as intensely personal to the writer as boxing. Writing about boxing means writing about oneself, compelling us to explore not only the sport but the very boundaries of civilization—what it means or should mean to be 'human.' This volume is dedicated to the dazzling career of Mike Tyson, the "prodigy" of world boxing. It offers a comprehensive portrait of the greatest boxer of our time, tracing the champion's journey from challenging beginnings to the heights of the ring, delving into both his sporting and personal experiences.