Non spoiler opinions of The Art of Boxing: The Rise and Decline of the Sweet Science by Mike Silver?

Discussion in 'Classic Boxing Forum' started by Mandela2039, Jun 7, 2025 at 5:46 PM.


  1. Mandela2039

    Mandela2039 Philippians 2:10-11 Full Member

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    Has anyone here read this book? i really want to buy it and read it but i'd like to hear people's opinions wether it's worth the read or not
     
    Mandela2039, Jun 7, 2025 at 5:46 PM
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  2. Jackomano

    Jackomano Boxing Junkie Full Member

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    I thought it was a good read. It goes into detail about how boxing has changed over the decades and how boxing got to where it is today. The best aspect of the book in my opinion is the expert opinions included by Silver.
     
    Jackomano, Jun 7, 2025 at 7:09 PM
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  3. cross_trainer

    cross_trainer Liston was good, but no "Tire Iron" Jones Full Member

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    It's good. It makes the best attempt at an argument for the old timers that I've seen. Well researched, with a lot of work behind it.

    Can't say I agree with all of it, but it's intelligent in its overall approach.
     
    cross_trainer, Jun 7, 2025 at 7:28 PM
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