'Box On' The Autobiography of Harry Gibbs Boxing Legend 1981 1st Edition
Language: English
Published by Pelham Books Ltd, 1981
- Hardcover
- Used
Seller: JPG UK Ltd, Sourton, Devon, United KingdomJPG UK Ltd
AbeBooks seller since November 5, 2026
Condition: Used - Good
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Product Description Exceptional hardback first edition of the autobiography of legendary British boxer Harry Gibbs, published by Pelham Books in 1981 during the golden era of British boxing. This compelling memoir chronicles the remarkable journey from his humble beginnings as 'The Bermondsey Boy' to becoming one of Britain's most respected boxing figures. This collectible autobiography features: • Personal insights into boxing's golden age with authentic period photographs • Intimate stories from Bermondsey's boxing heartland and working-class heritage • Behind-the-scenes accounts of legendary fights and training regimes • Historical boxing context spanning wartime Britain through to the 1980s • Authentic dust jacket with striking action photography from Gibbs' career • Second impression from November 1981, testament to its popularity The book presents in good vintage condition with age-appropriate wear to the dust jacket including minor edge wear and scuffing, while the internal pages remain clean and intact. The binding is solid and all 151 pages are present. A magnificent piece of British boxing heritage that captures the grit, determination, and character of a true sporting legend from one of London's most famous boxing districts.…
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Bibliographic details
- Title
- 'Box On' The Autobiography of Harry Gibbs Boxing Legend 1981 1st Edition
- Author
- Harry Gibbs
- Publisher
- Pelham Books Ltd
- Publication year
- 1981
- Condition
- Good
- Binding
- Hardback
- Language
- English
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