"What were the ten most fantastic knockouts in boxing history? Which pugilist had the greatest jab of all time? What were the sport’s most intense rivalries? Who scored the biggest upsets in the sport’s annals? Which fighters have the best nicknames? These questions and many others are answered in this bold collection of ranked lists from two of boxing’s most popular commentators. Each list has an introductory paragraph followed by a num ..."
"New Yorker Bert Randolph Sugar ranks the best and worst of New York City with assists from some famous friends.Where can you find New York City’s best hamburger? What are the ten best songs ever written about New York? The ten best books set in New York? Bert Randolph Sugar and some famous friends answer these burning questions, helping both New Yorkers and tourists learn what makes the greatest city on earth so great. With a foreword b ..."
"Writers have long been attracted to boxing. Hemingway, Mailer, Algren, Plimpton, Oates, and many others have stepped into the ring-at least in spirit-to give voice to an otherwise wordless sport, to celebrate that "sweet science," and to bear witness to its romance and tragedy. In this acclaimed book, hailed by Norman Mailer as an "impressive event," we are brought for the first time into the ring for a close-up look at the "manly art" ..."
"Boxing's greatest trainer reveals all "The book is written in a highly conversational tone, and by the end the reader will know precisely what it is like to listen to the Bill Walsh of boxing hold court on the exotic art of the cornerman." --New York Times Book Review "[H]ere's one for the fans: an as-close-up-as-you-can-get view of boxing's biggest, baddest personalities and poundings." -Men's Journal "The teaming of esteemed bo ..."
The Sports 100 A Ranking of the Greatest Athletes of All Time by BertRandolphSugar Paperback, 464 Pages, Published 1997 by Citadel ISBN-13: 978-0-8065-1872-5, ISBN: 0-8065-1872-3
"A Ranking of the Greatest Athletes of All Time Bert Randolph Sugar. Zatopek
began his racing — and grimacing — in his native Czechoslovakia at the
advanced age of nineteen. In his very first competitive event, a 1,400-meter race,
he turned in the unimpressive time of 4 minutes, 24.6 seconds. Within months,
hobnailed boots began marching through his beloved homeland, and Zatopek
traded in his track shoes for army combat boots, joini ..."
The Baseball Maniac's Almanac(5th Edition) The Absolutely, Positively, and Without Question Greatest Book of Facts, Figures, and Astonishing Lists Ever Compiled by BertRandolphSugar, Ken Samelson Paperback, 456 Pages, Published 2019 by Sports Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-68358-240-3, ISBN: 1-68358-240-3
"Part reference, part trivia, part brain teaser, and absolutely the most unusual and thorough compendium of baseball stats and facts ever assembled—all verified for accuracy by the Baseball Hall of Fame.First created by legendary sportswriter Bert Randolph Sugar, and now updated, here are thousands of fascinating lists, tables, data, and stimulating facts. Inside, you’ll find all of the big name baseball heroes like Babe Ruth, Ted Willia ..."
The Great Fights(1st Edition) A Pictorial History of Boxing's Greatest Bouts by BertRandolphSugar Hardcover, 255 Pages, Published 1981 by Rutledge Press ISBN-13: 978-0-8317-3972-0, ISBN: 0-8317-3972-X
"KO 1 l7—Terry Kellar, Dayton ............ KO 5 l3—Willie Meehan, San Francisco ......
L 4 l4—Jack Moran, Reno .............. KO 1 6—Battling Levinsky, Philadelphia . . .
KO 3 lB—Dan (Porky) Flynn, Philadelphia . . KO 1 28—Billy Miske, Philadelphia .
.... Exh.KO 1 Sept. l6—Del Baster, Logan, UT ......... Exh. 1 Sept. 16—Batt.
Lamoreaux, Logan,UT ..... Exh. 1 Sept. l6—Cyclone Workman, Logan, UT . . . Exh
. 1 Sept. l6—George Nelson, Lo ..."
""The always entertaining, often hilarious story of sports promotion and the curious relationship between athletes who hustle promoters, promoters who hustle owners, and owners who hustle the fans.""
Classic Baseball Cards 98 Collector's Cards Authentically Reproduced in Full Color by BertRandolphSugar Paperback, 16 Pages, Published 1977 by Dover Publications ISBN-13: 978-0-486-23498-4, ISBN: 0-486-23498-3
"Here are reproductions of 98 authentic baseball cards representing 104 great players of baseball's Golden Age, from 1880 to 1940. Included are superstars such as Babe Ruth, Joe DiMaggio, Bob Feller, Lou Gehrig, Ty Cobb, Dizzy Dean, and many other famous names in the history of baseball, from John McGraw and Connie Mack to Rudy York and Leo Durocher.Each card is an authentic reproduction of the original, with a full-color illustration of ..."
Fight or Die(Reprint) The Vinny Paz Story by Tommy Jon Caduto, BertRandolphSugar Paperback, 240 Pages, Published 2010 by Lyons Press ISBN-13: 978-1-59921-967-7, ISBN: 1-59921-967-0
"NOW IN PAPERBACK! A personal account of how a beloved boxer beat the odds inside and outside the ring "Written by Tommy Jon Caduto, a childhood friend of Vinny Paz who was there every step of the way. It’s a book that not only captures [Paz's] entire journey, but also expertly captures the culture the journey sprang from." ―Providence Journal "Fight or Die: The Vinny Paz Story delivers every bit of excitement to both the clamoring Pazma ..."
The Baseball Maniac's Almanac(2nd Edition) The Absolutely, Positively, and Without Question Greatest Book of Facts, Figures, and Astonishing Lists Ever Compiled ... Almanac: Absolutely, Positively & Without) by BertRandolphSugar, Stuart Shea Paperback, 432 Pages, Published 2010 by Skyhorse Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-60239-957-0, ISBN: 1-60239-957-3
"An addictive read that is sure to spark conversation wherever baseball is spoken, The Baseball Maniac’s Almanac is part reference, part trivia, part brain teaser, and absolutely the greatest, most unusual, and thorough compendium of baseball stats and facts ever compiledall verified for accuracy by the Baseball Hall of Fame. In its pages, renowned sportswriter Bert Randolph Sugar presents thousands of fascinating lists, tables, data, a ..."
"Easily the most enduring of all sports questions is "Who was/is the best . . . ?" Perhaps in no sport is the question more asked and argued over than in boxing. And in boxing perhaps none is more qualified to answer the question than Bert Randolph Sugar.In Boxing's Greatest Fighters, not only does the former publisher of Ring Magazine tell us who the best fighters were, he lists them in order.Could Sugar Ray Robinson have beaten Muhamma ..."
"Climb inside the ring with a world-champion boxer for a behind-the-scenes look at Muhammad Ali Writers have long been attracted to boxing. Hemingway, Mailer, Algren, Plimpton, Oates, and many others have stepped into the ring--at least in spirit--to give voice to an otherwise wordless sport, to celebrate that “sweet science,” and to bear witness to its romance and tragedy. In Sting Like a Bee, hailed by Norman Mailer as an “impressive e ..."
"Written by Captain Lou Albano, the "godfather of wrestling," this book tells you the history of the stars, leagues, and moves of pro-wrestling. It includes updated coverage of WCW and WWF, of wrestling as a business, and of today's hottest stars and biggest promoters. If you want to be a wrestler, this book tells you how to get started in the business. "
"This striking volume takes readers deep into the National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum as never before. Since opening its doors in 1939, the Museum has welcomed more than 14 million wide-eyed baseball fans through its hallowed halls to experience the rich history of America’s Pastime. Now, with more than 500 color and black-and-white original and archival photographs—along with engaging and informative commentary by a celebrated spo ..."
The Baseball Maniac's Almanac(4th Edition) The Absolutely, Positively, and without Question Greatest Book of Facts, Figures, and Astonishing Lists Ever Compiled by BertRandolphSugar, Ken Samelson, Stuart Shea Paperback, 428 Pages, Published 2016 by Sports Publishing ISBN-13: 978-1-61321-805-1, ISBN: 1-61321-805-2
"An addictive read that is sure to spark conversation wherever baseball is spoken, this updated edition of The Baseball Maniac's Almanac is part reference, part trivia, part brain teaser, and absolutely the most unusual and thorough compendium of baseball stats and facts ever assembled--all verified for accuracy by the Baseball Hall of Fame. In its pages, renowned sportswriter Bert Randolph Sugar presents thousands of fascinating lists, ..."
"Steve Keirn of the Fabulous Ones and Hawk of the Road Warriors mutually glare
at one another over mutual leglocks. ... One of the most oft-spoken is the rule,
emblazoned upon many a gymnasium wall: "Winners never cheat and cheaters
never win. ... can only believe that their trail of broken bodies and shattered
dreams is proof positive that living within the rules is not a universally followed
tradition."
"This pictorial history of boxing, ranging from 1882 to the present, provides complete accounts of thirty-nine great fights and contains memorabilia from the Boxing Hall of Fame. Hardcover, black leatherette binding, gilt lettering on spine, 8.75 x 11.25 inches, 256 pages, 400+ photographs and illustrations, 32 pages in full color, reference list of boxing champions."
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"This volume contains full-color, detachable facsimile reproductions, both front and back, of 92 authentic baseball cards.Collectors, baseball fans and students of popular culture will treasure the pictures of these great players who were elected to the National Baseball Hall of Fame: Willie Keeler, Rogers Hornsby, Cy Young, Ty Cobb, Tris Speaker, John McGraw, Casey Stengel, Branch Rickey, Charles Comiskey, Joe Cronin, Babe Ruth, Earle C ..."