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Here is Jake LaMotta discussing his career as a hoodlum; Floyd Patterson on growing up in the ghetto; Gunboat Smith on the Jack Johnson era; Jack Dempsey on the Willard fight and the Tunney long count; Rocky Graziano on showbiz; and dozens of othersincluding Sugar Ray Robinson, Willie Pastrano, Jos Torres, Carmen Basilio, Joe Louis, Willie Pep, and Archie Mooreon boxers, racketeers, drugs, payoffs, managers. Including two neverbeforepublished interviews with Roberto Durn and Alexis Argello, this newly expanded and updated edition of In This Corner. . . ! is undoubtedly the best onevolume history of boxing ever written.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'In This Corner . . . !'? A: The book focuses on the stories and experiences of forty-two world boxing champions, providing insights into their careers, personal lives, and the boxing world.
- Q: Who are some of the boxers featured in this book? A: Featured boxers include legendary figures such as Jake LaMotta, Floyd Patterson, Sugar Ray Robinson, and Rocky Graziano, among others.
- Q: What type of content can I expect in the book? A: The book includes interviews, personal anecdotes, and historical context about boxing, racketeering, and the sport's evolution.
- Q: What is the publication date of this edition? A: This expanded and updated edition of 'In This Corner . . . !' was published on August 22, 1994.
- Q: Is the book suitable for casual readers or only boxing enthusiasts? A: The book is suitable for both casual readers and boxing enthusiasts, as it offers engaging stories that appeal to a wide audience.
- Q: What is the format of the book? A: The book is available in paperback format and consists of 456 pages.
- Q: Does this edition include any previously unpublished content? A: Yes, this edition includes two never-before-published interviews with Roberto Durán and Alexis Argüello.
- Q: Who is the author of 'In This Corner . . . !'? A: The author of the book is Peter Heller, who has captured the voices of prominent boxing champions.
- Q: What makes this book a noteworthy history of boxing? A: Its collection of authentic voices from champions and detailed accounts of their lives and careers makes it a comprehensive one-volume history of boxing.
- Q: What are the key themes explored in the book? A: Key themes include the struggles of boxers, the impact of socio-economic factors on their lives, and the complexities of the boxing industry.