Heroes and Hard Men: Story of Britain's World Boxing Champions by Harry Mullan
Incorporating offbeat stories as well as the cold facts, this book examines the careers and personalities of the 44 British boxers who have held world championships, or versions thereof, in the 100 years since glove fighting became standard. There are portraits of boxers such as John Conteh, Denis Andries, Alan Minter and Terry Downes. The author is editor of Boxing News.