Pugilistica: The History of British Boxing, Volume 1 (of 3) Containing Lives of the Most Celebrated Pugilists; Full Reports of Their Battles from Contemporary Newspapers, With Authentic Portraits, Personal Anecdotes, and Sketches of the Principal Patrons of the Prize Ring, Forming a Complete History of the Ring from Fig and Broughton, 1719-40, to the Last Championship Battle Between King and Heenan, in December 1863
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Authors:
- Miles, Henry Downes
1806 - 1889
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In an era when boxing was both a brutal spectacle and a celebrated art, "Pugilistica: The History of British Boxing, Volume 1" by Henry Downes Miles captures the essence of the prize ring from its early champions to the thrilling championship bout between King and Heenan. This meticulously researched document chronicles the lives of celebrated pugilists and offers full reports of their battles as reported by contemporary newspapers. With authentic portraits and personal anecdotes, it serves as a vivid tapestry of the sport's evolution, highlighting the unyielding spirit of its fighters and the passionate patrons who supported them. Ideal for historians and boxing enthusiasts alike, this volume provides a comprehensive understanding of the cultural significance of boxing in British society.
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