Documents the inspiring story of the civil rights activist, Olympic gold medalist and history's youngest World Heavyweight Champion, placing his career against a backdrop of boxing's golden age while
Many people came to Goldfield, Nevada, America’s last gold-rush town, to seek their fortune. However, on a searing summer day in September 1906, they came not to strike it rich but to watch what would
The three-time WWE Champion and current UFC World Heavyweight Champion recounts his long journey to become the best college wrestler in the country, his success in WWE, and why he walked away from fam
In this fascinating autobiography, professional wrestling and mixed martial arts (MMA) guru Billy Robinson recounts his upbringing amid a family of champion fighters, his worldwide travels, and his ti
Covers fencing techniques in a logical progression, from the absolute beginner to the advanced?competition fencer?Fully illustrated with photographs showing technique sequences, correct positions, and
With the success of the critically-acclaimed, Academy Award-winning film “The Fighter,” the world stood up and cheered for the inspiring true story of Micky Ward—a heart-and-soul warrior who overcame
In his New York Times bestselling memoir, one of America’s greatest boxing legends faces his single greatest competitor: himselfIn Washington, D.C., during the 1970s, a black man could get into the n
"A Mixed Martial Arts pioneer presents an unconventional and enlightening guide to mental dominance and personal success in which he reflects on success and failure through his ""10 Laws of Power"" an
Lang, a sociologist and expert on the history of boxing, describes the Feb. 1910 fight between Battling Nelson and Ad Wolgast, one of the most savage fights of all time, in the context of the glory da
The book that you are considering buying is nothing short of a VIP Pass to Enlightenment, written by the UFC's most infamous and feared destroyer of men—Chael P. Sonnen.Backwoodsmen and unlearned folk
"Theresa Runstedtler traces Jack Johnson's fabulous, furious, iconic life across five continents and through four paradigms (race, masculinity, imperialism, and popular culture), setting a formidably
For boxing enthusiasts and social historians interested in the effects of sport on urban life in the twentieth century, this biography of legendary trainer Ray Arcel explores the life and work of this
From William Muldoon to Brock Lesnar, this history covers those who have divided themselves as tough guys on the professional wrestling circuit and legitimate confrontations. From catch wrestling mast
Telling the remarkable tale of a man who is still remembered on the streets of New Orleans and in the hearts of professional-wrestling fans, this book aims to restore the overlooked Junkyard Dog to hi
Most books on karate usually do not provide complete, detailed instructions and illustrations-the fundamentals plus the fine points-that readers hope for. This book fills the gaps left by others. The
A reference and training guide for boxers wishing to improve competition fighting, and for coaches and trainers looking to enhance their training methods?Utilizing the latest research in sports scienc
A?companion volume to Taekwon-Do Patterns: From Beginner to Black Belt—together the books?describe and analyze?all 24 taekwon-do patterns?For the first time, all?15 patterns, or tul,?of the Korean mar
"Along the way, George Lewis "Tex" Rickard (1870-1929), rubbed shoulders with some of history's most renowned figures, including Teddy Roosevelt, Wyatt Earp, Bat Masterson, John Ringling, Jack Dempsey
Olympic gold medalist Oscar De La Hoya’s humorous, bilingual picture book that promotes fitness is now available in paperback!It’s Oscar’s job to tell everyone what to bring to the neighborhood picnic
Superb fighting skills are essential in all sorts of situations, and can save your life if you are attacked. Mixed Martial Arts Fighting Techniques is a complete how-to manual for the modern fighter,
