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Great Benny Leonard, the: Mama'S Boy to World Champ
Great Benny Leonard, the: Mama'S Boy to World Champ
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Benny Leonard was the greatest lightweight champion of all time, fighting over 200 times and suffering just five defeats. He was forced to make a comeback at 35 after the 1929 Wall Street Crash wiped out his fortune. He was a first-class showman who helped to put boxing on a higher plane and died as he lived - in the ring - while refereeing a fight at age 51.
Format: Hardback
Length: 320 pages
Publication date: 28 June 2021
Publisher: Pitch Publishing Ltd
Benny Leonard, widely regarded as one of the greatest lightweight champions in history, left an indelible mark on the boxing world with his exceptional skills and formidable punching power. Over a remarkable career spanning over 200 fights, he suffered just five defeats. Born and raised in a crime-ridden ghetto on Manhattan's Lower East Side, Leonard emerged from a long line of Jewish boxers who found success in the slums. Despite his young age of 19, Leonard's talent shone brightly when he defeated Freddie Welsh to claim the world lightweight title in 1917. He successfully defended his title eight times before retiring as an undefeated champion in 1925, fulfilling his mother's wish. However, the 1929 Wall Street Crash wiped out his fortune, forcing him to make a comeback at the age of 35. Leonard faced some of the finest boxers of his era, including Johnny Dundee, Johnny Kilbane, Rocky Kansas, Jack Britton, Ted Kid Lewis, and Lew Tendler. In addition to his boxing prowess, Leonard was a captivating showman who played a significant role in elevating boxing to a higher level of popularity. Tragically, his life ended as it began, in the ring, while refereeing a fight at the age of 51. This comprehensive account captures the remarkable life and career of Benny Leonard, providing a deep insight into his achievements and legacy in the world of boxing.
Weight: 588g
Dimension: 163 x 241 x 30 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781785317866
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