Publisher's Synopsis
The Ethics of Boxing and Manly Sport is a book written by John Boyle O'Reilly in 1888. The book is a philosophical exploration of the morality of boxing and other physical sports that were popular at the time. O'Reilly was a poet, journalist, and social activist who was known for his advocacy of social justice and his opposition to violence. In this book, he argues that boxing and other physical sports can be a positive force in society, promoting physical fitness, discipline, and courage. However, he also acknowledges the potential for these sports to be dangerous and violent, and he calls for ethical guidelines to be established to ensure that they are practiced safely and responsibly. Throughout the book, O'Reilly draws on his own experiences as a boxer and his observations of other sports to provide a nuanced and thoughtful analysis of the ethical issues surrounding these activities. The Ethics of Boxing and Manly Sport is a fascinating exploration of the role of physical activity in human society and a valuable contribution to the ongoing debate about the ethics of sports.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.
