{"product_id":"immortals-of-american-boxing-9781922662279","title":"Immortals of American Boxing","description":"\u003cb\u003eThe ultimate tribute to the sport of boxing, this fully illustrated book curated by award-winning boxing writer Don Stradley profiles the United States' greatest boxers. Whether you're a die-hard boxing fan or new to the sport, this is a must-read celebration of the champions who defined boxing history. Over 100 historic images capture the power, strength and success of legendary icons such as Jack Dempsey and Joe Louis, alongside modern-era titans like Mike Tyson, George Foreman, and the incomparable Muhammad Ali.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eCelebrating the best of the best, \u003ci\u003eThe Immortals of American Boxing\u003c\/i\u003e showcases the greatest fighters from over a century of the sport's colorful history. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eAward-winning boxing writer Don Stradley selects his top 15 boxers and tells the remarkable stories behind each Immortal's rise to the top and the adversities they faced. Renowned fighters include legendary icons such as Jack Dempsey and Joe Louis, alongside modern-era titans like Mike Tyson, George Foreman, and the incomparable Muhammad Ali.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eDon Stradley is an award-winning journalist and author who has written about boxing for nearly 20 years. His writing has appeared in\u003ci\u003e The Ring\u003c\/i\u003e magazine, \u003ci\u003eRingside Seat\u003c\/i\u003e, and ESPN.com, as well as various U.K. and South African publications. He's won various awards from the Boxing Writers Association, including honors for live event coverage and feature writing. Don has written several books on boxing, including biographies of Edwin Valero and Carlos Monzon. His book \u003ci\u003eSlaughter in the Streets\u003c\/i\u003e followed the exploits of several Boston area boxers who were involved in criminal activity. Crimereads.com hailed it as a \"classic of boxing literature.\" His 2021 book, \u003ci\u003eThe War\u003c\/i\u003e, focused on the unforgettable 1985 battle between Marvelous Marvin Hagler and Thomas Hearns. It was praised in \u003ci\u003eThe Times of London\u003c\/i\u003e and made \u003ci\u003eThe Progressive\u003c\/i\u003e magazine's year-end list of best reads. When not writing about boxing, Don has covered everything from local news to true-crime. His book \u003ci\u003eBoston Tabloid: The Killing of Robin Benedict c\u003c\/i\u003eovered an infamous murder case of the 1980s. He has also contributed articles to various movie magazines, including \u003ci\u003eCinema Retro \u003c\/i\u003eand\u003ci\u003e Noir City\u003c\/i\u003e. Several of his film essays have been included in Film Masters' Blu-ray releases. He lives on Boston's North Shore. His byline appears in \u003ci\u003eThe Ring\u003c\/i\u003e on a regular basis.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Gelding Street Press","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51623594787090,"sku":"9781922662279","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_86be1456-3ca1-42a7-8b8f-60cb971c866f.jpg?v=1758641129","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/immortals-of-american-boxing-9781922662279","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}