The Sweet Science by A. J. Liebling
"The Sweet Science" is a collection of essays that delves into the world of boxing during its golden age in the 1950s. The author offers a detailed analysis and vivid descriptions of famous fights and boxers of the era, such as Rocky Marciano and Sugar Ray Robinson, while also exploring the culture and mechanics of the sport. The book is not just a historical account, but also a philosophical and sociological examination of boxing, its practitioners, and its fans.
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- Published
- 1956
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 267
- Original Language
- English
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This book is on the following 4 lists:
- 1st on The Top 100 Sports Books of All Time (Sports Illustrated)
- 63rd on The Modern Library | 100 Best Nonfiction (The Modern Library)
- 733rd on Our Users' Honorable Mention Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- Time Magazine's All-TIME 100 Best Non-Fiction Books (Time Magazine)