GENE TUNNEY: THE ENIGMA OF THE RING

James Joseph "Gene" Tunney (1897-1978) was heavyweight champion from 1926 to 1928, during which time he defeated Jack Dempsey twice. Tunney's successful title defense against Dempsey is one of the most famous bouts in boxing history and is known as The Long Count Fight. He hung up his gloves in 1928 after  victory over Tom Heeney. Tunney lost just once in his professional career — a 15 round unanimous decision to Harry Greb for the American Light Heavyweight title, a defeat that he later avenged in four more fights against Greb. He was regarded as an extremely skilful boxer who excelled in defense.

8vo. 127pp. Profusely illustrated with plates. Original decorative red cloth, now laminated. Edges bumped but generally very good.  [Hartley, 686]

Date

1931

Publisher

New York: "The Ring"

Author

Nat FLEISCHER

£25.00 (Code: 65825)

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