McConnell, J. Knox – The Boxer and the Banker

Description

McConnell, J. Knox ‘The Boxer and the Banker’ (Billy Conn) 1984 1st ed. 109 pages. Scarce VG in a VG mylar protected dust jacket that is SIGNED by the author, “Best wishes Knox” on the frontispiece.

The Boxer and the Banker is a 1984 biographical memoir written by J. Knox McConnell and published by Vantage Press. Spanning 109 pages, it chronicles the life of legendary American light-heavyweight boxing champion Billy Conn (famously known as “The Pittsburgh Kid”) and explores his deep, lifelong mentorship of the author.

Book Description:
• The Narrative: The true story follows two Pittsburgh natives. McConnell first met the world light-heavyweight champion when McConnell was just 8 years old. Inspired by Conn’s personal life philosophy to “be the best at whatever you do,” McConnell went on to carve out a highly successful career in finance, eventually becoming the president of the First National Bank of Keystone. The book explores how the determination, grit, and street-smart wisdom of a boxing icon directly shaped the leadership and trajectory of a major U.S. banking executive.
• Physical Format: This 1st edition hardcover is an octavo (8vo) volume issued with a pictorial dust jacket.