The Boxing Register: International Boxing Hall of Fame Official Record Book - Softcover

Roberts, James B.

 
9780935526233: The Boxing Register: International Boxing Hall of Fame Official Record Book

Synopsis

A clear eyed look at the glorious and colorful history of the world's most brutal sport, The Boxing Register is the definitive guide to the "Sweet Science." No other source offers such a compelling collection of stories, images, and records of the fight game.
The great prizefighters - as well as legendary promoters, trainers, and referees - come to life on the page. Detailed and accurate fight-by-fight records invite close tracking of each pugilist's career. From the early bare-knuckle brawlers through 20th-century heroes like Joe Louis and Muhammad Ali, every honoree in "The Showplace of Boxing" - the International Boxing Hall of Fame in Canastota, New York - is here.

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Review

"This latest edition continues to deliver on the dual role . . . essential to those who seriously study the sport (the index is invaluable) while doubling as a fine jumping-on point for individuals just delving into the beauty of boxing." --www.MaxBoxing.com (November 2011)

About the Author

James B. Roberts is an attorney. He lives in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Alexander G. Skutt is a book publisher. He lives in Ithaca, New York.

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