Boxing in New Jersey, 1900-1999

Häftad, Engelska, 2014

AvRobert F. Fernandez,Sr. Fernandez, Robert F.

399 kr

Tillfälligt slut

For all hard-core boxing fans, this book introduces the reader to New Jersey stars of the 20th century--gladiators who fought in blood-soaked rings bringing entertainment to millions for little pay. They must not be forgotten. The book contains many little known facts about these fine men, all trying to punch out a living for their families in hard times. The author has followed the sport for 75 years and worked in all phases of it. Readers will learn of the hard work, dedication and respect developed by these fighters in the "sweet science."

Produktinformation

Utgivningsdatum2014-08-20
Mått152 x 229 x 10 mm
Vikt286 g
FormatHäftad
SpråkEngelska
Antal sidor204
FörlagMcFarland & Co Inc
ISBN9780786494767

Tillhör följande kategorier

Table of ContentsForeword (Peter R. Nozza and Thomas A. Kaczmarek)PrefaceJames J. Braddock: Cinderella ManBoxing Spawns Gentlemen: An Ode to Vic CreelmanThe Jersey Nightstick: Tony Galento and Other Jersey BombersIke Williams: Lightweight Champion ExtraordinaireThe Garfield GunnerSchool of Local Ring Greats: New Jersey’s Laurel Garden and Meadowbrook BowlJersey Joe Walcott in Two PartsThe Irvington Milkman: Charley Fusari, New Jersey’s Golden BoyJoe Louis’s “Exhibitions”: Joe Cheshul and Henry “Snow” FlakesThe Russian Lion and the Philly FoxThe Staircase to Boxing’s Fond MemoriesJoe Frazier: Deceiving First AppearancesTony Riccio: The Tungsten Steel ManAl Guido: The Measuring ManChuck Wepner: The Red Badge of CourageFreddie “Red” CochraneRocky Graziano: The Dead End KidPromoter George “Korn” KobbPlease Don’t Pass the Sugar: Sugar Ray RobinsonFrankie DePaulaMore Thumbnail SketchesBoxing TriviaBoxing Trivia AnswersIndex