Includes bibliographical references (p. [157]-192) and index.
Contents:
1. John L. Sullivan : boxing hero and cultural icon -- 2. Race and boxing : the intractable color line and the phenomenon of Jack Johnson -- 3. Joe Louis : Heavyweight great and American hero -- 4. Rocky Marciano : undefeated and underappreciated -- 5. The incomparable Ali -- 6. The incredible story and comeback of "Big" George Foreman -- 7. Mike Tyson : "the baddest man on the planet" -- 8. Journeymen : forgotten warriors of the sweet science -- 9. Death in the ring -- 10. Prison boxers -- 11. The future of boxing and the threat of mixed martial arts.
Summary:
"This book presents a sweeping view of boxing in the United States and the influence of the sport on American culture"-- Provided by publisher. "This book is about Boxing in America"-- Provided by publisher.
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