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HISTORY: This is an original, hard cover book entitled Fistiana, or The Oracle of The Ring by Vincent George Dowling. Editor is Bell's Life In London. Published by William Clement, Junior.11th edition published in 1850. Covers the fights from 1700 to 1848. Also offers prose on training methods and rules for fighting, and duties for seconds and referees.
FULL DESCRIPTION: This is an original, hard cover book entitled Fistiana, or The Oracle of The Ring by Vincent George Dowling. Rebound in beautiful leather covers with two inlaid fighters on front. Binding is tight. 161 pages complete. Prior owner name written on inside page. Minor cover wear. Interior pages are clean. No creased or torn. 4" x 6." Hartley # 539.
A rare and important boxing book from the mid 19th century which is a must for any advanced boxing book collection. It would be hard to find one in better condition.
