David Drebin’s new book, Manny Pacquiao—the first book on the pound-for-pound champ authorized by Manny himself—has just been officially released and goes on sale today, November 9, at mannyboxingbook.com. Here’s a look at the cover of the book, which features a foreword by Bob Arum, founder and CEO of Top Rank.
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The cover of the photo book "Manny Pacquiao," by David Drebin.
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If you plan to watch Manny’s fight against Juan Manuel Marquez, broadcast live from the MGM Grand in Vegas this Saturday, look for the book’s trailer (below), which will be screened on the Jumbotron before Manny walks into the ring. It’s a knockout.
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For more on this exclusive book, here’s an excerpt from the press release, which you can view in its entirety here.
The undisputed heavyweight of boxing books has arrived! Manny Pacquiao is one of the most remarkable, pound-for-pound showmen of our time. This month, the first and only authorized book of photography celebrating the People’s Champion Manny Pacquiao will be available for purchase with a foreword by Bob Arum. Immortalized by David Drebin, the landmark photographer who creates arresting images in the realms of fine art, commercial fashion and celebrity portraiture, the book illicits voyeuristic sensations of this legendary ring king. Many of the photographs found here are previously unpublished, giving it a unique and powerful edge. The volume includes the participation of Pacquiao himself and those members of the inner circles that have been closest to him throughout time: from managers to key sidemen. Manny Pacquiao has transformed the ring forever and continues to tower over the “sweet science” with courage, depth, creativity and dazzling energy. Containing 160 pages of raw image, from photography, to art and memorabilia, this monumental publication is absolutely a must-buy.
54 FIGHTS. 38 KO’S. 1 BOOK.
There is not a single book of photography in existence offering his global fans a closer look at Pacquiao’s rise from the ashes of poverty, to his current position as world ring master and Filipino Senator. The first boxer in history to win ten world titles. With over 100 million global fans and 1,1411.865 Facebook followers, when Manny Pacquiao fights, the crime rate goes down. Last November the televison show 60 minutes dedicated an entire segment to him. He is recognized as the best fighter in any weight class fighting in the ring today. He has been named Fighter of the Decade with 49 wins, 27 Knock outs and has been recognized as the best Pound for Pound. 140 million fans have tuned in to watch him fight. To honor this living legend, world-renowned photographer David Drebin has created a work that is truly epic, dramatic and cinematic in scale and his record breaking, intrigue-filled images shoot to thrill. The design of the book is meticulously crafted to further ignite the emotional bond between the fighter and his fans. Through unparalleled and intimate access, Drebin captures Pacquiao in his fiercest competitions as well as his quietest moments. Using a unique combination of dramatic and ‘never before seen’ images the volume offers millions of loyal fans a glimpse into the world of a folk hero, humanitarian and a sporting icon. Mixed with inspiring quotes from the champion himself it provides a lifetime journey as well as an opportunity to own a piece of history.
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