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King of the Gypsies [Kindle Edition]

Peter Walsh (Author), Bartley Gorman (Author)
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'A rare glimpse into a secret world.' (The Independent on Sunday) --THE INDEPENDENT ON SUNDAY

'Every page shines...a tremendous book.' -- TRAVELLER MAGAZINE

'Hard-hitting...Highly recommended.' --FIGHTSPORT MAGAZINE

'Illuminating and gripping.' -- IRISH POST

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'Well-written and interesting.' (Boxing News)
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19 of 20 people found the following review helpful
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Format:Hardcover
Bartley Gorman; a ledgend, a pioneer, my cousin. This book was highly anticipated by everyone who loved him and loathed him. In my family we grew up hearing stories of the exploits of our cousins Bartley and Sam Gorman. The stories were so elaborate and exciting, they filled us with nothing but admiration for these men. The book gives the reader an amazing in-depth look into one side of the lives of these legendary men, brutal as it may seem, bare-knuckle and illegal boxing was (and still is) a huge part of the gypsy life. To the outsider this book may seem far-fetched, over-exaggerated and even glamourous. To those belonging to our fraternity the book is an historical landmark. Not only does the book teach us about the great men of the past but clarifies misunderstandings about certain events of Bartley's life. I would have no trouble recommending this book to anyone. It is the first book ever written by a thoroughbred gypsy and is definitely an essential acquistion in anybody's library.
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By "dav99"
Format:Hardcover
The image of gypsies in ones mind is of trailers, travelling and bare knuckle fighting. To be classed as a good fighter in such company is a genuine compliment, to be classed as the best is an honour. No one will dispute that Bartley Gorman WAS 'King of the Gypsies', and it is a title he earned the hard way - by taking on (and beating) allcomers. This book tells the story of the brutal battles that Bartley fought to reach the top and the violent struggle he had to remain there, as it is a title that, once claimed, can not be forfeited. Yet for all the violence he remained a humble, gentle family man at heart. Sometimes funny, often sad, this book gives the best insight into the Gypsy way of life yet published. After reading of this hardest of lives, it is little wonder that none of the travelling community wishes to lay claim to the title 'King of the Gypsies'.
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So many people have gone on and on about how good the Roy Shaw and the Lenny McClean book were, well this book knocks spots off them both.Bartley has lead an amazing life, he was indeed the greatest bare knuckle champion of them all, and this book has done him proud. In places this book may shock you but I asure you that you will find yourself admiring this great fighting man. Such a well wrote book which captures the very essence of Bartley. Its good to know that there are still some good authors out there who spend time on their work and on their research. Well done!!
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brilliant book
I was a bit dubious as to if i would enjoy this book as its about bare knuckle boxing, the first couple of chapters i found hard work as there about the family line and other gpysy... Read more
Published 1 month ago by lindsay22
like a little boys dream of being a super hero
this book was like reading a story a kid would make up to impress his mates so far fechted it took the good out of the decents parts of the book.
Published 1 month ago by kindle
Incredible book..
If you like books about fighting men then this is a must for you..... This is the best book i have read for years and i enjoyed this as much as the guvenor or pretty boy roy shaws... Read more
Published 2 months ago by Dave Mack
one of the best ive read
never hard of bartley gorman but now i do ive read most of the gangster book about the old days and old school fighters but this book is a must couldnt put it down read it over 2... Read more
Published 3 months ago by bigneil
A fascinating insight.
This is an immensely moving book. I have no interest in boxing, fighting etc. but bought it because I find working class memoirs fascinating. I was not disappointed. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Sawyer
Will never see men like this again
This is a fantastic book, from an era that will never be the same. This book is an honest account from one of the legends of any fight game. Read more
Published 5 months ago by jaymark
great book
Great book, not my normal cup of tea as prefer true crime but got into this instantly, what a magnificent man and a great look at the history not only of bartley gorman but also... Read more
Published 5 months ago by vampz
A HARD MAN
I have read a few books about the hard men of Britain. This must be one of the best - it is very truthful. Read more
Published 6 months ago by James E. Ryder
Not good - Mishmash
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I've read countless hard man / bare knuckle books, and was expecting this to be good. It wasn't. Just waffle - loads of exaggeration and self praise. Read more
Published 8 months ago by S. Jones
decent
This was all in all a decent read. The man certainly looked like he was made of stone. The only complaint would be the amount of times a fight was hyped up only for it to never... Read more
Published 10 months ago by drewboy
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