Includes bibliographical references (pages 281-290) and index.
Summary:
"Throughout America's past, some men have feared the descent of their gender into effeminacy, and turned their eyes to the ring in hopes of salvation. This work explains how the dominant fight sports in the United States have changed over time in response to broad shifts in American culture and ideals of manhood"-- Provided by publisher.
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