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Boxiana V2

- Or Sketches Of Ancient And Modern Pugilism, From The Championship Of Cribb To The Present Time (1824)

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Boxiana V2 is a comprehensive book that provides a detailed account of the history of boxing from the championship of Cribb to the present time. Written by Pierce Egan, a renowned journalist and author of the 19th century, the book is a collection of sketches and anecdotes that offer a fascinating insight into the world of pugilism.The book covers the lives and careers of many of the most famous boxers of the time, including Tom Cribb, Jem Belcher, and John Gully. It also provides a detailed description of the rules and regulations of boxing, as well as the various techniques and strategies used by the fighters.Boxiana V2 is not only a valuable historical document but also an entertaining read. Egan's writing style is engaging and lively, and he manages to capture the excitement and drama of the sport. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of boxing or the development of sport 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.

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  • Sprog:
  • Engelsk
  • ISBN:
  • 9781166004286
  • Indbinding:
  • Hardback
  • Sideantal:
  • 602
  • Udgivet:
  • 10. september 2010
  • Størrelse:
  • 152x229x38 mm.
  • Vægt:
  • 1048 g.
  • 2-3 uger.
  • 26. november 2024
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Boxiana V2 is a comprehensive book that provides a detailed account of the history of boxing from the championship of Cribb to the present time. Written by Pierce Egan, a renowned journalist and author of the 19th century, the book is a collection of sketches and anecdotes that offer a fascinating insight into the world of pugilism.The book covers the lives and careers of many of the most famous boxers of the time, including Tom Cribb, Jem Belcher, and John Gully. It also provides a detailed description of the rules and regulations of boxing, as well as the various techniques and strategies used by the fighters.Boxiana V2 is not only a valuable historical document but also an entertaining read. Egan's writing style is engaging and lively, and he manages to capture the excitement and drama of the sport. The book is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of boxing or the development of sport 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.

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