Brings a fresh perspective to the history of modern prizefighting. With his primary focus outside the ropes, the author shows how organisers, publicity agents, and political allies overcame both legal and moral roadblocks to make fisticuffing a lively commercial enterprise.
On February 22, 1910, a crowd of more than 15,000 braved chilly, rainy conditions to witness lightweight champion Oscar `Battling’... Læs mere
In the late 1890s, when boxing was rivaling the popularity of baseball, George Dixon and Terry McGovern were among its most famous practitioners. Their paths crossed in 1900... Læs mere