The memoirs of the life of Daniel Mendoza : containing a faithful narrative of the various vicissitudes of his life, and an account of the numerous contests in which he has been engaged, with observations on each : comprising also genuine anecdotes of many distinguished characters, to which are added, observations on the art of pugilism ; rules to be observed with regard to training, etc.

Mendoza, Daniel, 1764-1836 · 1816

Daniel Mendoza was the boxing champion in England from 1792 to 1795, and one of the most famous boxers of his era. He was a scientific boxer, including developing many defensive tactics. His early boxing career was defined by three bouts with Richard Humphreys, which he outlines in detail in this book. Mendoza also wrote a book called "The Art of Boxing" that was published in 1785. "The Art of Boxing" spoke to his scientific style of boxing and was a huge influence on future boxers and the development of the sport.