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Rooke Books PBFA, Bath, United Kingdom
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AbeBooks Seller since May 18, 2007
The first edition of this biography of celebrated Cornish boxer Bob Fitzsimmons, in the scarce dust wrapper. The first edition of this work, in the scarce publisher's original dust wrapper, which is clipped to all four corners.Illustrated with a frontispiece and four double-sided photographic plates, one of which is detached and loosely inserted. Collated, complete.A fascinating biography of British professional boxer Bob Fitzsimmons, who was nicknamed both Ruby Robert and The Freckled Wonder.He has the legacy of being considered one of the hardest punchers in boxing history, and is in The Guinness Book of World Records as the lightest heavyweight champion, weighing 165 pounds when he won the title. In the publisher's original cloth binding, with original dust wrapper clipped to all four corners. Bumping to back strip head and tail, otherwise externally excellent. Discolouration to dust wrapper back strip, with handling marks to wraps. Small losses of paper to back strip head and tail. Internally, firmly bound, but with one plate detached and loosely inserted. Pages clean and bright. Very Good. Seller Inventory # 885F33
Title: "Ruby Robert" Alias Bob Fitzsimmons
Publisher: George H. Doran, London
Publication Date: 1926
Binding: Cloth
Illustrator: Not Stated
Condition: Very Good
Dust Jacket Condition: Very Good Indeed
Edition: First edition.
Book Type: book
Seller: Gyan Books Pvt. Ltd., Delhi, India
Leather Bound. Condition: New. Language: English. Presenting an Exquisite Leather-Bound Edition, expertly crafted by the prestigious organization "Rare Biblio" with Original Natural Leather that gracefully adorns the spine and corners. The allure continues with Golden Leaf Printing that adds a touch of elegance, while Hand Embossing on the rounded spine lends an artistic flair. This masterpiece has been meticulously reprinted in 2025, utilizing the invaluable guidance of the original edition published many years ago in 1926. The contents of this book are presented in classic black and white. Its durability is ensured through a meticulous sewing binding technique, enhancing its longevity. Imprinted on top-tier quality paper. A team of professionals has expertly processed each page, delicately preserving its content without alteration. Due to the vintage nature of these books, every page has been manually restored for legibility. However, in certain instances, occasional blurriness, missing segments, or faint black spots might persist. We sincerely hope for your understanding of the challenges we faced with these books. Recognizing their significance for readers seeking insight into our historical treasure, we've diligently restored and reissued them. Our intention is to offer this valuable resource once again. We eagerly await your feedback, hoping that you'll find it appealing and will generously share your thoughts and recommendations. Lang: - English, Pages:- 150, Print on Demand. If it is a multi-volume set, then it is only a single volume. We are specialised in Customisation of books, if you wish to opt different color leather binding, you may contact us. This service is chargeable. Product Disclaimer: Kindly be informed that, owing to the inherent nature of leather as a natural material, minor discolorations or textural variations may be perceptible. Explore the FOLIO EDITION (12x19 Inches): Available Upon Request. 150. Seller Inventory # LB1111039753039
Quantity: Over 20 available
Seller: Barker Books & Vintage, Helena, MT, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Good. Good + red cloth hardcover with black letter shows bumping to corners and edges with large bump at top of front cover causing tearing to cloth and board beneath, mild foxing at bottom page edges, light soil at endpapers and occasional areas within, a few small tears at page edges and some other light trace wear. 134 pages with black & whites present and accounted for. Solid and perfectly readable copy of this look at the famous British boxer who became champ by beating "Gentleman Jim Corbett.". Seller Inventory # 26738
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: rareviewbooks, Kensington, MD, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. No Jacket. 1st Edition. Hardback book (134 pages) illustrated with vintage b/w photographs (all present). Tips and ends of spine bumped/worn - name written on front free endpaper. Bookseller since 1995 (UL-2-TS-R) rareviewbooks. Seller Inventory # RVB03262308
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Between the Covers-Rare Books, Inc. ABAA, Gloucester City, NJ, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. First edition. Owner's small stamp front pastedown, very good or better lacking the scarce dustwrapper. Seller Inventory # 414414
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Bohemian Bookworm, Flemington, NJ, U.S.A.
Hardcover. Condition: Very Good. 1st edn, VG/-, ill, 134pps, f/o bp on pastedown. Seller Inventory # 99312
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Babylon Revisited Rare Books, Northampton, MA, U.S.A.
First Edition. Introduction by W. O. McGeehan. Very Good, fairly small stain to top margin of later half of pages, some foxing to page edges, in Good dustjacket, mostly split along front spine edge, soiling to panels, bit of staining and shallow edge chips. Seller Inventory # 37105
Quantity: 1 available
Seller: Sportspages, Farnham, United Kingdom
Rare American biography of the great Cornish heavyweight boxing world champion from the late 19th and early 20th centuries, with photographic illustrations. 8vo. 134pp. Dust-wrapper, rubbed to edges. Gift inscription and previous owner's stamp/plate to flyleaf. Light foxing to pages throughout. Good condition. Seller Inventory # 88734
Quantity: 1 available