Boxiana V2: Or Sketches Of Ancient And Modern Pugilism, From The Championship Of Cribb To The Present Time (1824) - Hardcover

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 in 1824. Written by Pierce Egan, a renowned sports writer of the time, the book is a collection of sketches that chronicle the lives of famous boxers and their fights. The book covers both ancient and modern pugilism, providing a fascinating insight into the sport's evolution over time.The book is divided into three sections, with the first section focusing on the early history of boxing, including its origins and early champions. The second section covers the golden age of boxing, which saw the emergence of famous boxers such as Tom Cribb, Jem Belcher, and Daniel Mendoza. The third section covers the modern era of boxing, with a focus on the most recent champions and their fights.The sketches in the book are vivid and engaging, providing readers with a sense of the excitement and drama of the fights. Egan's writing style is lively and entertaining, making the book an enjoyable read for anyone interested in the history of boxing. Overall, Boxiana V2 is an important work of sports history that provides a fascinating insight into the world of boxing.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.