John L. Sullivan and His America (Sport and Society)
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.41 (571 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 0252064348 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 480 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-06-26 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
A Great Biography A nicely written biography of a great champion. Isenberg begins with a scholarly discussion of the Irish-American background in which Sullivan was born and extends to the bare knuckle society were he reigned supreme for twelve years. The thorough coverage of Sullivan's career. Isenberg's book on Sullivan is outstanding! A Customer As a boxing writer and historian, I have read hundreds of books on the sport and even authored one. Isenberg's book on the Great John L. is among the best boxing books ever, a very well researched work that dwells into the smallest details of Sullivan both as a fighter and a . "Wonderful!" according to Dr. Raymond Hill. What a great piece of storytelling. John L. Sullivan is a true giant of American history, and Mr. Isenberg brings him to life in this fulfilling, enlightening read. I opened the book and didn't put it down until 5 hours later, when I finished reading the last word. Mr. Isenbe
Morey Berger, Monmouth Cty . Lib., Manalapan, N.J.Copyright 1988 Reed Business Information, Inc. The author (history, Annapolis) exhaustively covers the champion's career in a sport that slowly emerged from illegality and scorn. as the nation's first great boxing hero. . From Library Journal A study of John L. Sullivan, who rose from the immigrant underclass to be a friend of Theodore Roosevelt and other leaders, is shown to have been admired for his boxing ability, honesty, and friendliness but flawed by drunkenness, extravagance, and disorderly behavior. This scholarly work, apparently the only Sullivan biography in print, is attractive for public libraries too
Aims to make the reader feel the lure of the boxing ring.