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Hands of Stone

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ROBERTO DURAN is a sporting legend. Often called the greatest boxer of all time, he held world titles at four different weights and is the only professional in history to have fought in five different decades. His bouts with fellow greats like Sugar Ray Leonard, Thomas Hearns and Marvin Hagler have gone down in fistic folklore and his pro record of 104 wins, 69 by KO, in 120 fights puts him in an ... Read more

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Behind the Mask

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by Tyson Fury ...

AS SEEN ON NETFLIX'S AT HOME WITH THE FURYSTHE SUNDAY TIMES BESTSELLING AND AWARD-WINNING AUTHOR** TELEGRAPH SPORTS BOOK OF THE YEAR **DOUBLE WINNER: BEST AUTOBIOGRAPHY & BEST OVERALL SPORTS BOOK OF 2020________________________________'Incredible stories... you don't have to be a boxing fan to enjoy it' SCOTT MILLS, BBC RADIO 1'... ... Read more

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Thelma Madine, star of Channel 4’s Big Fat Gypsy Weddings and fairy godmother of extravagant wedding dresses, reveals the drama, secrets and surprises involved in ten incredible traveller weddings.Through the tales of ten elaborate gypsy wedding dresses, Thelma Madine, trusted confidante and dressmaker extraordinaire, offers a window onto the world of traveller brides and their unbelievable ... Read more

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Thelma Madine, star of Channel 4’s Big Fat Gypsy Weddings and fairy godmother of extravagant wedding dresses, reveals the drama, secrets and surprises involved in ten incredible traveller weddings.Through the tales of ten elaborate gypsy wedding dresses, Thelma Madine, trusted confidante and dressmaker extraordinaire, offers a window onto the world of traveller brides and their unbelievable
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The Unexpected Danny Green

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About The Novel Danny Green is an intelligent, physically gifted, good looking fighter with a lethal left hook. An ambitious, determined and intellectually curious young man, Danny earns a spot as an alternate at the 1976 Summer Olympic Games, turns pro and becomes a heralded prizefighter in New York City. He takes on the best at America's mecca of boxing, Madison Square Garden. Along the way, ... Read more

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Today Bill Richmond is largely unknown to the wider public, but he was one of the most significant sportsmen in history and one of the most prominent celebrities of Georgian times. Born into slavery in Staten Island, Richmond won his freedom as a young boy and carved a new life for himself in England as a cabinet maker and then a renowned prizefighter and trainer. His amazing life encompassed ... Read more

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Today Bill Richmond is largely unknown to the wider public, but he was one of the most significant sportsmen in history and one of the most prominent celebrities of Georgian times. Born into slavery in Staten Island, Richmond won his freedom as a young boy and carved a new life for himself in England as a cabinet maker and then a renowned prizefighter and trainer. His amazing life encompassed
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K.o. nach zwölf Runden

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Sie war Ehefrau, Managerin und noch vieles mehr: Christine Rocchigiani lebte zwölf Jahre lang das Leben ihres Mannes - Boxweltmeister Graciano "Rocky" Rocchigiani. Dabei gab sie alles und zerbrach am Ende daran. In ihrer berührenden Autobiographie beschreibt sie erstmals, wie es ist, sich in einen Promi zu verlieben, was hinter den Kulissen der großen Boxkämpfe ablief, welche Rolle Drogen und
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This Day in Philadelphia Sports

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This Day in Philadelphia Sports offers a concise 366-day approach to looking back at the history of Philadelphia sports. Every day on the calendar is represented with a fun tidbit of information of what had happened on that specific date in the history of one of the greatest sports towns in the world, Philadelphia, PA.Every page is filled with the recounting of specific events from the Phillies, ... Read more

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This Day in Philadelphia Sports offers a concise 366-day approach to looking back at the history of Philadelphia sports. Every day on the calendar is represented with a fun tidbit of information of what had happened on that specific date in the history of one of the greatest sports towns in the world, Philadelphia, PA.Every page is filled with the recounting of specific events from the Phillies,
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The Classic Guide to Boxing

by The American Sports Publishing Company ...

Series series The Classic Guide to ...
Since the arenas of ancient Rome to modern-day bouts, a boxer’s success has been measured by his balance, strength and recovery. One of the things that The Classic Guide to Boxing teaches us is that boxing is not just a sport but a science. Judging distance, position, arm movement and fist shape all contribute to a boxer’s overall performance in the ring, and these are spread out in informative ... Read more

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Since the arenas of ancient Rome to modern-day bouts, a boxer’s success has been measured by his balance, strength and recovery. One of the things that The Classic Guide to Boxing teaches us is that boxing is not just a sport but a science. Judging distance, position, arm movement and fist shape all contribute to a boxer’s overall performance in the ring, and these are spread out in informative
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Ground Fighting Techniques to Destroy Your Enemy

by Sam Fury ...

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Teach Yourself to Ground Fight!In this no-nonsense ground fighting book you will learn the most useful grappling techniques and strategies.Easily adaptable for Mixed Martial Arts, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, street-fighting, or any other ground fight.Discover how you can dominate any ground fight, because these are the most effective grappling techniques there are.Get it now.Discover the Most Effective ... Read more

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by Joseph Wayne Smith Dr. ...

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Filipino Martial Culture

by Mark V. Wiley ...

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Widely practiced but not always understood, the Filipino martial arts have a rich history and distinctive character that have not fully been documented until now.Written in the context of Philippine history and culture, Filipino Martial Culture uncovers the esoteric components of the Filipino martial arts and the life histories of the men who perpetuate them. Included are: the history of
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Round 12

by Diego Moraes ...

Round 12 es la autopsia literaria de una hazaña fenomenal.El 16 de mayo de 1977, en Estados Unidos, Alfredo, un anónimo boxeador de veintidós años oriundo del barrio Villa Española, de Montevideo, hizo realidad su sueño dorado: combatir, por el título mundial de los pesos pesados, contra el legendario Muhammad Alí. Diecisiete años después, el destino lo encuentra caído en desgracia, acusado de un ... Read more

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Round 12 es la autopsia literaria de una hazaña fenomenal.El 16 de mayo de 1977, en Estados Unidos, Alfredo, un anónimo boxeador de veintidós años oriundo del barrio Villa Española, de Montevideo, hizo realidad su sueño dorado: combatir, por el título mundial de los pesos pesados, contra el legendario Muhammad Alí. Diecisiete años después, el destino lo encuentra caído en desgracia, acusado de un
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400 боксерських комбінацій

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Цей практичний посібник з боксу є вичерпним довідником, що містить 400 унікальних боксерських комбінацій, які можна використовувати в різних форматах тренувань - від роботи з важким мішком до тренувань з партнером і бою з тінню. Ця книга стане незамінним помічником як для початківців, так і для більш досвідчених боксерів, які прагнуть вдосконалити свої навички.Практика боксерських комбінацій має ... Read more

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Цей практичний посібник з боксу є вичерпним довідником, що містить 400 унікальних боксерських комбінацій, які можна використовувати в різних форматах тренувань - від роботи з важким мішком до тренувань з партнером і бою з тінню. Ця книга стане незамінним помічником як для початківців, так і для більш досвідчених боксерів, які прагнуть вдосконалити свої навички.Практика боксерських комбінацій має
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Best of Enemies

John Caldwell vs. Freddie Gilroy

by Padraig Lawlor, Philip O'Callaghan, Barry Flynn ...

In the 1950s and 1960s, boxers John Caldwell and Freddie Gilroy reached the very pinnacle of their sport and brought immense pride to Belfast and Ireland. This is their story of friendship and rivalry, of glory and pain, of riches and poverty. Belfast is world-renowned for her glovemen. Best of Enemies explores the careers of two of the city's finest exponents of the noble art of boxing. As ... Read more

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In the 1950s and 1960s, boxers John Caldwell and Freddie Gilroy reached the very pinnacle of their sport and brought immense pride to Belfast and Ireland. This is their story of friendship and rivalry, of glory and pain, of riches and poverty. Belfast is world-renowned for her glovemen. Best of Enemies explores the careers of two of the city's finest exponents of the noble art of boxing. As
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Rocky Graziano

Fists, Fame, and Fortune

by Jeffrey Sussman ...

Rocky Graziano, juvenile delinquent, middleweight boxing champion, and comedic actor, was the last great fighter from the golden age of boxing, the era of Joe Louis, Jake LaMotta, and Sugar Ray Robinson.In Rocky Graziano: Fists, Fame, and Fortune, Jeffrey Sussman tells the rags-to-riches story of Tommy Rocco Barbella, who came to be known as Rocky Graziano. Raised by an abusive father, Graziano ... Read more

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Rocky Graziano, juvenile delinquent, middleweight boxing champion, and comedic actor, was the last great fighter from the golden age of boxing, the era of Joe Louis, Jake LaMotta, and Sugar Ray Robinson.In Rocky Graziano: Fists, Fame, and Fortune, Jeffrey Sussman tells the rags-to-riches story of Tommy Rocco Barbella, who came to be known as Rocky Graziano. Raised by an abusive father, Graziano
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Boxing, Narrative and Culture

Critical Perspectives

Edited by Sarah Crews, P. Solomon Lennox ...

Series series Routledge Research in Sport, Culture and Society
Boxing, Narrative and Culture: Critical Perspectives is the first interdisciplinary response to the dominant boxing narratives that are produced, performed, and circulated in commercial boxing culture.This collection includes global perspectives on boxing. It highlights the diverse range of bodies and communities that engage with boxing practices but are oftentimes overlooked and overwritten by ... Read more

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Boxing, Narrative and Culture: Critical Perspectives is the first interdisciplinary response to the dominant boxing narratives that are produced, performed, and circulated in commercial boxing culture.This collection includes global perspectives on boxing. It highlights the diverse range of bodies and communities that engage with boxing practices but are oftentimes overlooked and overwritten by
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Biography of Charlotte Flair

The Queen’s Journey: Charlotte Flair's Wrestling Royalty

by Jubilee Bios ...

Charlotte was successful on the volleyball courts, guiding her team to victory and winning player of the year awards before the championships and the cheers of the audience. Early on, her physical strength was obvious and gave hints of the focus and discipline that would eventually characterize her wrestling career.Along the way, Charlotte has seen both heartwarming victories and heartbreaking ... Read more

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Charlotte was successful on the volleyball courts, guiding her team to victory and winning player of the year awards before the championships and the cheers of the audience. Early on, her physical strength was obvious and gave hints of the focus and discipline that would eventually characterize her wrestling career.Along the way, Charlotte has seen both heartwarming victories and heartbreaking
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The Legend of Muhammad Ali : Everything about Boxing - Sports Games for Kids | Children's Sports & Outdoors Books

by Baby Professor ...

How did a boxer like Muhammad Ali become a legend? Learn about his life, including struggles and victories in this picture book for children. Encourage your children to drop the gadgets and pick up a sport. It does not have to be boxing, it just needs to be inspiring. Grab a copy today! ... Read more

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How did a boxer like Muhammad Ali become a legend? Learn about his life, including struggles and victories in this picture book for children. Encourage your children to drop the gadgets and pick up a sport. It does not have to be boxing, it just needs to be inspiring. Grab a copy today!
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Nell Stewart The Marilyn Monroe of Women's Wrestling

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Nell Stewart was a farmer's daughter from Steele, Alabama. She left a job as a waitress and trained under wrestling veteran Gladys Kill-em Gillem. Nell entered professional wrestling in the late 1940s. The sport was dominated by all-time greats like Mildred Burke, Dot Dotson, Mae Young, and June Byers. Nell was a fresh face and she was a beauty also, with enticing blonde hair and a curvy shape. ... Read more

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Nell Stewart was a farmer's daughter from Steele, Alabama. She left a job as a waitress and trained under wrestling veteran Gladys Kill-em Gillem. Nell entered professional wrestling in the late 1940s. The sport was dominated by all-time greats like Mildred Burke, Dot Dotson, Mae Young, and June Byers. Nell was a fresh face and she was a beauty also, with enticing blonde hair and a curvy shape.
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THE BOBBY GUNN CHRONICLES

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by James C. Jones ...

Step into the brutal and unforgiving world of bare-knuckle boxing, where only the toughest survive. Meet Bobby Gunn, a fighter forged in the fire of adversity, who rose from the depths of poverty and despair to become a legend in the squared circle.With fists of steel and a heart of gold, Bobby Gunn fought his way to the top, leaving a trail of broken bones and shattered dreams in his wake. From ... Read more

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Step into the brutal and unforgiving world of bare-knuckle boxing, where only the toughest survive. Meet Bobby Gunn, a fighter forged in the fire of adversity, who rose from the depths of poverty and despair to become a legend in the squared circle.With fists of steel and a heart of gold, Bobby Gunn fought his way to the top, leaving a trail of broken bones and shattered dreams in his wake. From
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Hsing-I

Chinese Internal Boxing

by Robert W. Smith, Allen Pittman ...

Master Chinese internal boxing or Hsing-I with this illustrated martial arts guide.Unlike most martial arts, Chinese internal (soft-style) boxing does not depend on muscular strength. The secret behind its power lies in the cultivation and practical application of internal energy-ch'i, There are basically three soft-style martial arts: T'ai-chi, already well known worldwide, and Hsing-I and Pa-kua ... Read more

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Master Chinese internal boxing or Hsing-I with this illustrated martial arts guide.Unlike most martial arts, Chinese internal (soft-style) boxing does not depend on muscular strength. The secret behind its power lies in the cultivation and practical application of internal energy-ch'i, There are basically three soft-style martial arts: T'ai-chi, already well known worldwide, and Hsing-I and Pa-kua
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