Description
Lynch, Bohun ‘The Complete Boxer’ 1914 1st ed. Frederick A. Stokes Company in New York. 238-pages. Covers show some wear, and there’s some minor looseness at the top of the inner hinge, else good condition, straight with tight binding and very clean. There’s a handwritten inscription on the frontispiece from a father to his son.
Book Description & Scope:
The Complete Boxer is a landmark 1914 instructional, historical, and tactical manual. It stands as one of Bohun Lynch’s earliest major contributions to pugilistic literature, capturing the state of boxing just before the outbreak of World War I.
• The History: It opens with a heavily praised, comprehensive historical resume mapping the transition of boxing from its ancient origins and rough English bare-knuckle rules into a modern, gentlemanly sport.
• The Fundamentals: Lynch breaks down the physics and mechanics of the sport, offering technical advice on footwork, clean punch delivery, defense combinations, and overall ring craft.
• Specialized Army Chapters: The book features two unique technical chapters focused exclusively on Army Boxing, written by J.H.W. Knight-Bruce of the 6th Royal Regiment.
• Visual Reference: The text is heavily reinforced by 17 photographic plates and diagrams demonstrating precise stances and classic tactical movements.
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