Picture 1 of 1
Gallery
Picture 1 of 1
Have one to sell?
Prizefighting and Civilization: A Cultural History of Boxing, Race, and: New
US $97.09
ApproximatelyS$ 124.61
Condition:
Brand New
A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages.
Oops! Looks like we're having trouble connecting to our server.
Refresh your browser window to try again.
Shipping:
Free Standard Shipping.
Located in: Sparks, Nevada, United States
Delivery:
Estimated between Thu, 18 Sep and Wed, 24 Sep to 94104
Returns:
30 days return. Buyer pays for return shipping. If you use an eBay shipping label, it will be deducted from your refund amount.
Coverage:
Read item description or contact seller for details. See all detailsSee all details on coverage
(Not eligible for eBay purchase protection programmes)
Seller assumes all responsibility for this listing.
eBay item number:284285467453
Item specifics
- Condition
- Brand New: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
- Book Title
- Prizefighting and Civilization: A Cultural History of Boxing, Rac
- Publication Date
- 2020-05-01
- Pages
- 298
- ISBN
- 9780826361585
About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
University of New Mexico Press
ISBN-10
0826361587
ISBN-13
9780826361585
eBay Product ID (ePID)
14038754407
Product Key Features
Number of Pages
298 Pages
Language
English
Publication Name
Prizefighting and Civilization : A Cultural History of Boxing, Race, and Masculinity in Mexico and Cuba, 1840-1940
Subject
Social History, History, Latin America / South America
Publication Year
2020
Type
Textbook
Subject Area
Sports & Recreation, History
Format
Hardcover
Dimensions
Item Height
1 in
Item Weight
19.8 Oz
Item Length
9.1 in
Item Width
6.1 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Scholarly & Professional
LCCN
2020-935086
Dewey Edition
23
Reviews
"This book presents rich histories of a broad number of actors and institutions of importance to the history of prizefighting in Mexico and Cuba between 1840 and 1940 and sophisticatedly embeds them in the broader sociocultural transformations of their times. . . . Its immense empirical richness opens up many routs for further research."--Marjolein Van Bavel, Sport in History, "LaFevor argues persuasively that understanding cultural histories of Latin America requires the kind of appreciation of sport he gives boxing in this carefully detailed, often colorful, and always intriguing account."--Ellis Cashmore, Ethnic and Racial Studies, "LaFevor analyzes the history of prizefighting in Cuba and Mexico from 1840 to 1940 in this well-researched study. . . . Recommended."--D. Newcomer, Choice
Illustrated
Yes
Dewey Decimal
796.830972
Table Of Content
Preface Acknowledgments Chapter One. Introduction: The Problem of Prizefighting in Cuba and Mexico Chapter Two. Prizefighting and Civilization in the Mexican Public Sphere in the Nineteenth Century Chapter Three. "Who Will Say We Are Not Progressing?": Cuba, Race, and Boxing in the Nineteenth and Early Twentieth Centuries Chapter Four. "Nigger Prizefighters" in Havana: The Transnational Spectacle of Race and Boxing Chapter Five. "The Revolution Came and Passed Out Gloves to Everyone" Chapter Six. Marching at the Head of Civilization Conclusion. Legacies of Domesticating the Exotic in Cuba and Mexico Notes Bibliography Index
Synopsis
In Prizefighting and Civilization: A Cultural History of Boxing, Race, and Masculinity in Mexico and Cuba, 1840-1940 , historian David C. LaFevor traces the history of pugilism in Mexico and Cuba from its controversial beginnings in the mid-nineteenth century through its exponential rise in popularity during the early twentieth century., In Prizefighting and Civilization: A Cultural History of Boxing, Race, and Masculinity in Mexico and Cuba, 1840-1940, historian David C. LaFevor traces the history of pugilism in Mexico and Cuba from its controversial beginnings in the mid-nineteenth century through its exponential rise in popularity during the early twentieth century., In Prizefighting and Civilization: A Cultural History of Boxing, Race, and Masculinity in Mexico and Cuba, 1840-1940 , historian David C. LaFevor traces the history of pugilism in Mexico and Cuba from its controversial beginnings in the mid-nineteenth century through its exponential rise in popularity during the early twentieth century. A divisive subculture that was both a profitable blood sport and a contentious public spectacle, boxing provides a unique vantage point from which LaFevor examines the deeper historical evolution of national identity, everyday normative concepts of masculinity and race, and an expanding and democratizing public sphere in both Mexico and Cuba, the United States' closest Latin American neighbors. Prizefighting and Civilization explores the processes by which boxing--once considered an outlandish purveyor of low culture--evolved into a nationalized pillar of popular culture, a point of pride that transcends gender, race, and class., In Prizefighting and Civilization: A Cultural History of Boxing, Race, and Masculinity in Mexico and Cuba, 1840-1940, historian David C. LaFevor traces the history of pugilism in Mexico and Cuba from its controversial beginnings in the mid-nineteenth century through its exponential rise in popularity during the early twentieth century. A divisive subculture that was both a profitable blood sport and a contentious public spectacle, boxing provides a unique vantage point from which LaFevor examines the deeper historical evolution of national identity, everyday normative concepts of masculinity and race, and an expanding and democratizing public sphere in both Mexico and Cuba, the United States' closest Latin American neighbors. Prizefighting and Civilization explores the processes by which boxing--once considered an outlandish purveyor of low culture--evolved into a nationalized pillar of popular culture, a point of pride that transcends gender, race, and class.
LC Classification Number
GV1127.M6L44 2020
Item description from the seller
Seller feedback (522,371)
- _***s (211)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseThank you
- k***i (2123)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseGreat seller, looks fantastic, please leave positive feedback, have a good day, thank you.
- k***i (2123)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseGreat seller, amazing book, looks great, please leave positive feedback, have a good, thank you.
Seller feedback (522,371)
- _***s (211)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseThank you
- k***i (2123)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseGreat seller, looks fantastic, please leave positive feedback, have a good day, thank you.
- k***i (2123)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseGreat seller, amazing book, looks great, please leave positive feedback, have a good, thank you.