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Sweet William: The Life Of Billy Conn (Sport And Society),New
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An Irish workingclass hero of Pittsburgh, Billy Conn captured hearts through his ebullient personality, stellar boxing record, and good looks. A light heavyweight boxing champion best remembered for his sensational neardefeat of heavyweight champion Joe Louis in 1941, Conn is still regarded as one of the greatest fighters of all time. Andrew O'Toole chronicles the boxing, Hollywood, and army careers of 'the Pittsburgh Kid' by drawing from newspaper accounts, Billy's personal scrapbooks, and fascinating interviews with family. Presenting an intimate look at the champion's relationships with his girlfriend, manager, and rivals, O'Toole compellingly captures the personal life of a public icon and the pageantry of sports during the 1930s and '40s.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'Sweet William: The Life of Billy Conn'? A: The book chronicles the life of Billy Conn, an Irish working-class hero from Pittsburgh, focusing on his boxing career, Hollywood experiences, and army service.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Sweet William: The Life of Billy Conn' is Andrew O'Toole.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: How many pages does 'Sweet William: The Life of Billy Conn' contain? A: The book has a total of 376 pages.
- Q: When was 'Sweet William: The Life of Billy Conn' published? A: The book was published on July 21, 2010.
- Q: Is this book a first edition? A: Yes, 'Sweet William: The Life of Billy Conn' is a first edition.
- Q: What makes Billy Conn a significant figure in boxing history? A: Billy Conn is significant for his impressive boxing record and for his memorable near-defeat of heavyweight champion Joe Louis in 1941.
- Q: What insights does the author provide about Billy Conn's personal life? A: Andrew O'Toole presents an intimate look at Conn's relationships, drawing from personal scrapbooks, newspaper accounts, and interviews with family.
- Q: What themes are explored in the book? A: The book explores themes of sportsmanship, personal relationships, and the pageantry of sports during the 1930s and 1940s.
- Q: Is 'Sweet William: The Life of Billy Conn' suitable for both boxing fans and general readers? A: Yes, the book is crafted to appeal to both boxing enthusiasts and general readers interested in sports history and personal stories.