Joe Louis' How to Box

by Joe Louis

In words, diagrams, and action photographs, Joe Louis-who was named the greatest heavyweight champ of all time by the International Boxing Research Organization in 2005-explains the techniques he successfully used in his boxing career. There can be no greater authority to write a book on this subject than the "Brown Bomber," who held the World Heavyweight Championship for 11 years and successfully defended the title 25 times, both heavyweight records. Paladin Press is pleased to offer this classic old-school boxing title, which was originally published in 1948, to a whole new generation of enthusiasts eager to learn boxing. Starting with the correct mental attitude and basic training rules and equipment, the book proceeds through the proper stance and footwork to all the various punches and knockout blows. Personal experiences and pictures of the legendary champ enliven the instructions and lessons

Genres: Martial Arts

64 pages, Paperback

First published September 1, 2009

About the author

Joseph Louis Barrow (May 13, 1914 – April 12, 1981), better known as Joe Louis, was an American professional boxer and the World Heavyweight Champion from 1937 to 1949. He is considered to be one of the greatest heavyweights of all time. Nicknamed the Brown Bomber, Louis helped elevate boxing from a decline in popularity in the post-Jack Dempsey era by establishing a reputation as an honest, hardworking fighter at a time when the sport was dominated by gambling interests. Louis' championship reign lasted 140 consecutive months, during which he participated in 26 championship fights; a 27th fight, against Ezzard Charles, was a challenge to Charles' heavyweight title and so is not included in Louis' reign. Louis was victorious in 25 title defenses, a record for any division. In 2005, Louis was ranked as the #1 heavyweight of all-time by the International Boxing Research Organization, and was ranked #1 on The Ring's list of the 100 Greatest Punchers of All-Time.

Source: Wikipedia.

Reviews

[A · Rating 2 out of 5]

Meh ... Expected more than basic knowledge about boxing, learned a thing or two at least but disappointed by it.

[MD Geelani · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good

[Captnamerca · Rating 1 out of 5]

Extremely disappointing.

About as in-depth as a pamphlet, or an article in Highlights magazine.

[Kemal Hacioglu · Rating 3 out of 5]

Too short!