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Memoir of Cyclone Davis

Memoir of Cyclone Davis

Davis, James Harvey Cyclone

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ISBN10: 1258331683
ISBN13: 9781258331689
Publisher: Literary Licensing Llc
Published: May 12 2012
Pages: 376
Weight: 1.48
Height: 0.88 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Memoir of Cyclone Davis is a captivating autobiography written by James Harvey Cyclone Davis, an American boxer who was born in 1914 and passed away in 2000. This book takes readers on a journey through Davis' life, from his early childhood to his career as a professional boxer, and beyond.Davis was a fascinating figure in the world of boxing, known for his aggressive fighting style and impressive record. He fought in over 100 professional bouts, winning 64 of them, and was considered one of the top welterweight boxers of his time.In his memoir, Davis shares his experiences growing up in poverty in rural Mississippi, and how he turned to boxing as a way to escape his difficult circumstances. He also writes about the racial discrimination he faced as a black boxer in the 1930s and 1940s, and how he fought to overcome these challenges.The book is filled with vivid descriptions of Davis' fights, including his famous bout against Sugar Ray Robinson in 1946, which is considered one of the greatest fights in boxing history. Davis also writes about his personal life, including his relationships with his family, friends, and fellow boxers.Overall, Memoir of Cyclone Davis is a powerful and engaging account of one man's journey through life, and a fascinating glimpse into the world of boxing during its golden age. It is a must-read for anyone interested in sports, history, or the human experience.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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