Description
2018 First edition. Hardcover has some minor wear along the sides, scuffs and marks. No dust jacket. Spine has some wear on the top and bottom. Pages are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-preserved first edition of Mike Stanton’s “Unbeaten: The Triumphs and Tragedies of Rocky Marciano” offers an intimate look into the life of one of boxing’s most revered champions. Marciano, the heavyweight champion from 1952 to 1956, remains the only undefeated heavyweight champion in boxing history, with a remarkable record of 49 wins and no losses or draws. Stanton’s meticulously researched biography delves into Marciano’s humble beginnings as the son of Italian immigrants in Brockton, Massachusetts, his meteoric rise to fame, and the personal struggles that plagued him behind the scenes. With a narrative that weaves together Marciano’s professional triumphs and personal tragedies, this book offers a captivating portrait of a complex figure who embodied the grit and determination of the post-war American dream. Collectors and boxing enthusiasts will appreciate this well-preserved copy, a testament to Marciano’s enduring legacy as a true icon of the ring.