Boxiana V2: Or Sketches Of Ancient And Modern Pugilism, From The Championship Of Cribb To The Present Time (1824) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781104626204)

Boxiana V2: Or Sketches Of Ancient And Modern Pugilism, From The Championship Of Cribb To The Present Time (1824) by Pierce Egan is a comprehensive historical account of boxing from the early days of the sport to the early 19th century. The book covers the rise of famous boxers such as Tom Cribb, Jem Belcher, and Daniel Mendoza, as well as the development of the sport itself. Egan provides detailed descriptions of famous fights and the techniques used by boxers, as well as the social and cultural context in which the sport was practiced. The book also includes anecdotes and stories about the colorful characters involved in the sport, including trainers, promoters, and fans. Boxiana V2 is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of boxing and the development of sports in general.In Two Volumes.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Pierce Egan
ISBN-10: 1104626209
ISBN-13: 9781104626204
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/13/2009
Pages: 602
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.75lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 1.22d