Summary of David Remnick's King of the World

Please note: This is a companion version & not the original book. Book Preview: #1 The Heavyweight Champion of the world, Floyd Patterson, packed a loser’s suitcase. He was champion, the youngest man ever to win the title, but he was also doubt-addled. He knew he had to beware: Liston’s left jab was as powerful as another man’s cross. #2 Floyd was backed by the media and public, who thought he would beat Liston. However, he was extremely nervous and afraid of losing. He was a champion in the