Pugilistica: The History of British Boxing, Volume 3 (of 3) / Containing Lives of the Most Celebrated Pugilists; Full Reports of Their Battles from Contemporary Newspapers, With Authentic Portraits, Personal Anecdotes, and Sketches of the Principal Patrons of the Prize Ring, Forming a Complete History of the Ring from Fig and Broughton, 1719-40, to the Last Championship Battle Between King and Heenan, in December 1863

Name: Pugilistica: The History of British Boxing, Volume 3 (of 3) / Containing Lives of the Most Celebrated Pugilists; Full Reports of Their Battles from Contemporary Newspapers, With Authentic Portraits, Personal Anecdotes, and Sketches of the Principal Patrons of the Prize Ring, Forming a Complete History of the Ring from Fig and Broughton, 1719-40, to the Last Championship Battle Between King and Heenan, in December 1863
Author: Henry Downes Miles

By Henry Downes Miles

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This volume assembles extended biographies of prominent nineteenth-century British prizefighters, combining full contemporary reports of their battles with engraved portraits, personal anecdotes, and sketches of principal patrons. It follows the careers and fighting styles of leading champions—reproducing newspaper accounts and eyewitness detail—while documenting the ring’s changing practices and public reception. Match narratives and reminiscences convey tactics, training habits, and the social atmosphere surrounding high‑profile contests, offering a chronological account of the sport’s later development and its notable championship encounters.

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Henry Downes Miles

Henry Downes Miles was a notable figure in the history of British boxing, best known for his comprehensive work "Pugilistica," a three-volume series that chronicles the lives and careers of celebrated pugilists from the early 18th century to the mid-19th century. Through meticulous research and contemporary newspaper reports, Miles provides an in-depth look at the sport's evolution, including detailed accounts of significant battles and the personalities involved. His writings not only document the sport's history but also reflect the cultural significance of boxing in British society during that era. Miles' contributions have made him a key figure in the literary heritage of sports history.