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OverviewHall of Fame middleweight prizefighter John Edward Kelly, better known as Nonpareil Jack Dempsey, was one of the most popular athletes in the United States during the late 19th century. To many observers, Dempsey is one of the greatest pound-for-pound fighters in ring history. Inside the ropes, he was fearless, poised, quick, agile, and had terrific punching power with both hands. His story is rich--full of amazing highs and terrible lows. He was a poor immigrant Irish boy who scaled great heights to become one of this nation's first sports celebrities. He became a household name, wealthy and popular. But much too soon, it all came crashing down. His violent profession, alcoholism, mental illness, and tuberculosis left little to recognize of the valiant hero of so many battles. Full Product DetailsAuthor: Joseph S. PagePublisher: McFarland & Co Inc Imprint: McFarland & Co Inc Dimensions: Width: 17.80cm , Height: 2.00cm , Length: 25.40cm Weight: 0.685kg ISBN: 9781476677644ISBN 10: 1476677646 Pages: 391 Publication Date: 12 August 2019 Recommended Age: From 18 years Audience: Professional and scholarly , Professional & Vocational Format: Paperback Publisher's Status: Active Availability: Manufactured on demand  We will order this item for you from a manufactured on demand supplier. Table of ContentsTable of Contents Acknowledgments Foreword by Tracy Callis Introduction The Evolution of Rules and Equipment 1862 to 1882—From Athgarvan to Brooklyn 1883—The Cooper Enters the Ring 1884—On the Rise 1885—A Full Dance Card 1886—The Nonpareil Emerges 1887—Breaks and Gashes, but Still on Top 1888—Professor Mike Donovan and a Chink in the Armor 1889—The Nonpareil Is Brought to Earth 1890—In Search of the Marine 1891—At the Hands of Ruby Robert 1892—Convalescence 1893—The Road Back 1894—The Slowing Champion 1895—Tommy Ryan and the End Immortal Nonpareil “Jack Dempsey’s Grave” Appendix: Dempsey’s Professional Bouts, 1883–1895 Notes Bibliography IndexReviewsAuthor InformationJoseph S. Page is an organizational development consultant in Nashville, Tennessee. His previous works include a biography of former heavyweight boxing champion Primo Carnera and a history of professional football championships prior to the first Super Bowl. Tab Content 6Author Website:Countries AvailableAll regions |
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