Jem Belcher, Champion Prizefighter, and His Historic Belcher Handkerchief, Including Jem Belcher's Treatise on Boxing
Jem Belcher, Champion Prizefighter, and His Historic Belcher Handkerchief, Including Jem Belcher's Treatise on Boxing. In this publication, read how James (Jem) Belcher (1781-1811) became the Champion of England in prizefighting (the predecessor of modern-day boxing), and how the distinctively patterned handkerchief he sported became a fashion rage. Some of the prizefighters fought by Jem Belcher included Bill Warr, Tom Jones, Andrew Gamble, Joe Berks, John Firby, and Tom Cribb.
This book also includes a reprint of the rare A Treatise on Boxing by Jem Belcher, in which Belcher gives his insights on the art and science of boxing. Also included in this book is a chronology of Jem Belcher's life, a section on the meaning of the Belcher name, and illustrations of Jem Belcher and the historic Belcher Handkerchief. This publication is 5.5" x 8.5", 50 pages, and softcover. Published 2006, Belcher Foundation.
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