Published from New York in 1878, this manual on Boxing and Wrestling offers instructions for the budding enthusiast of Physical Culture and "Scientific" self defense. Lauded by publications from the New York Sun to the St. Louis Herald, this instruction manual is liberally provided with 21 illustrations outlining both pugilistic and grappling techniques. Most uniquely, Ed James offers details on the mysterious art of "Japanese Wrestling," completely unknown in the West at the time of original publication. Altogether, this book is a must-have for students of 19th Century Pugilism and Wrestling as well as for modern advocates of the sports and historic self defense.
