Description
Autographed by author Nat Fleischer. 1958 edition. Hardcover has significant wear, scuffs, small marks, stains and small tears. No dust jacket. Spine has significant reading creases and wear, small tears on top and bottom. Pages have some marks and small tears on some pages but largely are clean and the binding is secure.
This well-worn yet cherished copy of “50 Years at Ringside” offers a unique glimpse into the golden age of boxing through the eyes of one of its most revered chroniclers. Nat Fleischer’s signature graces the interior, a testament to his enduring legacy as the founder of The Ring magazine and a pioneering voice in sports journalism. Published in 1958, this autobiographical work captures Fleischer’s remarkable career spanning five decades, from the bare-knuckle era to the rise of legendary champions like Jack Dempsey and Joe Louis. Beyond mere recounts of bouts, Fleischer’s vivid prose transports readers into the gritty world of early 20th-century boxing, offering insights into the sport’s cultural significance, the characters that shaped it, and the societal forces that elevated it to national prominence. This well-loved copy, with its visible wear and tear, serves as a tangible connection to a bygone era, inviting collectors and enthusiasts to immerse themselves in Fleischer’s captivating narrative and experience the thrill of the ring through his eyes.
