Fighting Men of London: Voices from Inside the Ropes

By Alex Daley

Book Overview

Step into the ring with London's toughest fighters.Fighting Men of London resurrects a golden age of British boxing through the lives of seven working-class heroes. From the 1930s to the 1960s, these men battled not just opponents, but poverty, war, and exploitation, becoming legends in London's smoky fight halls.

Discover the dramatic, poignant, and often funny stories of Sammy McCarthy, Ted Berry, Sid Nathan, and others. Journey through their lives, from East End streets to encounters with the Kray twins and even Charles Bronson. Explore a lost world where boxing was king, and these men were its champions.

Is this for you? If you love boxing history, British biographies, or tales of resilience, this is a must-read. Buy now to:

Uncover untold stories of London's boxing scene.Experience the grit and glory of a bygone era.Meet the men behind the legends.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1785314017
• ISBN13: 9781785314018
• Release Date: September 2018
• Publisher: Pitch Publishing
• Length: 288 Pages
• Weight: 0.61 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.8" x 5.4" x 8.4"