'Arthur Ashe: A Life' is the definitive biography of an iconic American athlete, Arthur Ashe, whose accomplishments on the tennis court paled only in comparison to his contributions as a civil rights activist and humanitarian. Born in a segregated Virginia, Ashe's talent shone bright despite the prevailing racial barriers, leading him to break the color line in international tennis. As the first African American selected for the US Davis Cup team and winner of prestigious titles including the US Open and Wimbledon, his sportsmanship was legendary. However, his fight against racism, apartheid, and ignorance towards AIDS -- a disease that ultimately claimed his life -- cemented his status not only as a sports legend but also as a champion for equality and social justice. Through Raymond Arsenault's meticulous research and compelling prose, we are presented with an athlete who was much more than his scoreboard successes: Ashe was a public intellectual and a man of unyielding integrity, whose legacy inspires to this day.