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Aycock, Collen & Scott, Mark ‘Tex Richard. Boxing’s Greatest Promoter’ McFarland Publishing, Jefferson, N.C. 2012 227-page 1st edition with no markings in very good condition.
Book Description:
The book delivers a detailed account of the colorful life of George Lewis “Tex” Rickard (1870–1929). It traces his journey from a Texas marshal and cowboy to building profitable saloons during the Klondike and Nevada gold rushes and eventually pioneering the multi-million-dollar era of modern sports promotion.
Known as the “Father of Madison Square Garden,” Rickard promoted over 200 fights, including historic 20th-century blockbusters like the “Long Count” fight and the “Great White Hope” fight. The narrative covers his interactions with major historical figures like Teddy Roosevelt, Wyatt Earp, and Jack Dempsey, illustrating how he elevated boxing from a minor sport into a massive commercial spectacle.
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