Boxiana or Sketches of Modern Pugilism: Containing All the Transactions of Note, Connected with the Prize Ring, 1821-1823 (1828)

Boxiana Or Sketches Of Modern Pugilism is a book written by John Badcock and published in 1828. The book is a comprehensive account of the sport of boxing during the years 1821-1823, and it contains all the noteworthy transactions that were connected with the prize ring during that period. The book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of boxing, as it provides detailed descriptions of the fights, the fighters, and the events that surrounded them. The author has also included anecdotes and stories about some of the most famous boxers of the time, including Tom Cribb, Jem Belcher, and Jack Randall. The book is written in a lively and engaging style, and it is sure to be of interest to anyone who enjoys reading about the history of sports.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.