Reminiscences of a 19th Century Gladiator - The Autobiography of John L. Sullivan

In 1892, while training for his historic fight with Gentleman Jim Corbett, undefeated heavyweight boxing champion John L. Sullivan wrote "Reminiscences of a 19th Century Gladiator," a summation of his extraordinary life and career. In the book, the "Boston Strong Boy" shares with the reader the story of his humble origins and the obstacles, both legal and personal, that he had to overcome to become the most famous boxer of the 19th century. This deluxe edition of the book contains additional material including never-before-included photographs, newspaper accounts, and interviews.

Author: John L. Sullivan
Publisher: Promethean Press
Published: 11/16/2008
Pages: 244
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.73lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.51d
ISBN13: 9780981020235
ISBN10: 0981020232
BISAC Categories:
- Sports & Recreation | Boxing
- History | United States | 19th Century
- Biography & Autobiography | Sports