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Herbert G. Goldman's 'Boxing: A Worldwide Record of Bouts' is a comprehensive reference work listing professional boxing matches from the sport's earliest days through the modern era. Organized chronologically and by weight class, it provides essential data for historians, researchers, and fans. This is a definitive record book, not a narrative history, making it an invaluable tool for fact-checking and statistical analysis.
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About Boxing: A Worldwide Record of Bouts...
Boxing: A Worldwide Record of Bouts by Herbert G. Goldman is a meticulously compiled reference volume that documents professional boxing matches on a global scale. Spanning from the 18th century to the late 20th century, the book organizes bouts by weight division and date, offering details such as fighter names, locations, outcomes, and titles at stake. Goldman, a respected boxing historian, draws on extensive research to create a reliable database for scholars, journalists, and enthusiasts. While it lacks narrative flow, its strength lies in its exhaustive coverage and accuracy. This work serves as an indispensable resource for anyone seeking to verify records, trace careers, or understand the historical landscape of boxing. It is a cornerstone for boxing research libraries.
Who should read Boxing: A Worldwide Record of Bouts...?
This book is essential for boxing historians, sports journalists, statisticians, and dedicated fans who need accurate, comprehensive bout records. Researchers writing about boxing history or specific fighters will find it invaluable for fact-checking and data analysis. Librarians building sports reference collections should acquire it. Casual readers looking for narrative stories or analysis should look elsewhere, as this is a pure record book. It also suits collectors of boxing memorabilia and trivia enthusiasts who want a definitive source for match results.
Pros & Cons
Pros
- ✓ Exhaustive and authoritative record of professional boxing bouts worldwide
- ✓ Organized chronologically and by weight class for easy reference
- ✓ Compiled by a respected boxing historian, ensuring accuracy
- ✓ Covers a vast time span from early bare-knuckle era to modern times
- ✓ Includes details on titles, locations, and outcomes for each bout
Cons
- ✗ Lacks narrative context or analysis; purely a statistical record
- ✗ May be overwhelming for casual readers seeking stories
- ✗ Some recent bouts may be missing depending on publication date
- ✗ Format is dense and not visually engaging
- ✗ Limited biographical information on individual fighters
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Frequently asked questions
Does this book include amateur boxing records?
No, the focus is on professional bouts. Amateur records are generally not included.
Is the book up to date with recent fights?
Given the publication date, it likely covers bouts up to the late 20th century. For recent fights, you would need a supplement or online database.
Are there photographs or illustrations?
This is primarily a text-based record book. It may contain a few illustrative tables but is not a pictorial work.
How are the bouts organized?
Bouts are organized chronologically within weight divisions, making it easy to trace the history of each weight class.
Is this suitable for someone new to boxing?
It is a reference tool best used by those with some knowledge of boxing. Beginners might find a narrative history more accessible.
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