Graveyard of Champions
The Fascinating Story of Liverpool's Legendary Boxing Stadiums
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2026
Pitch Publishing Ltd (Verlag)
978-1-83680-256-3 (ISBN)
Pitch Publishing Ltd (Verlag)
978-1-83680-256-3 (ISBN)
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Graveyard of Champions is a gripping history of Liverpool’s two iconic boxing arenas – at Pudsey Street and St Paul’s Square. Featuring Liverpool legends such as Nel Tarleton, Alan Rudkin and John Conteh, and drawing on a rich variety of sources, it captures unforgettable fights, fierce local pride and a lasting sporting legacy.
Graveyard of Champions is an enthralling tribute to the fighters, fans and fierce spirit that defined Liverpool’s boxing legacy through two esteemed venues: the original Liverpool Stadium in Pudsey Street and its successor in St Paul’s Square.
Inspired by his grandfather, 1930s featherweight fighting hero Dick Burke, author Stephen Barr has spent years researching pre-war Liverpool boxing.
This gripping, nostalgia-filled account:
Brings to life Liverpool’s two legendary boxing stadiums: Pudsey Street (1911–1931) and St Paul’s Square (1932–1985), blending compelling storytelling with meticulous research
Tells the story of local heroes Nel Tarleton, Dom Volante, Dick Burke, Alan Rudkin, John Conteh and many more, whose exploits electrified crowds and brought global attention to Merseyside
Weaves a compelling narrative of the fight game in Liverpool, drawing on a rich variety of sources – memoirs, press articles and personal accounts
Examines Liverpool’s rich boxing heritage from a deeply personal angle, as the author explores his fighting grandfather Dick Burke’s career, connecting past and present
Looks at the Liverpool Stadium’s place as an important centre of Mersey culture, hosting wrestling, musicians and union meetings
Graveyard of Champions is perfect for anyone with a Merseyside connection or an interest in Liverpool’s cultural history or boxing history.
Graveyard of Champions is an enthralling tribute to the fighters, fans and fierce spirit that defined Liverpool’s boxing legacy through two esteemed venues: the original Liverpool Stadium in Pudsey Street and its successor in St Paul’s Square.
Inspired by his grandfather, 1930s featherweight fighting hero Dick Burke, author Stephen Barr has spent years researching pre-war Liverpool boxing.
This gripping, nostalgia-filled account:
Brings to life Liverpool’s two legendary boxing stadiums: Pudsey Street (1911–1931) and St Paul’s Square (1932–1985), blending compelling storytelling with meticulous research
Tells the story of local heroes Nel Tarleton, Dom Volante, Dick Burke, Alan Rudkin, John Conteh and many more, whose exploits electrified crowds and brought global attention to Merseyside
Weaves a compelling narrative of the fight game in Liverpool, drawing on a rich variety of sources – memoirs, press articles and personal accounts
Examines Liverpool’s rich boxing heritage from a deeply personal angle, as the author explores his fighting grandfather Dick Burke’s career, connecting past and present
Looks at the Liverpool Stadium’s place as an important centre of Mersey culture, hosting wrestling, musicians and union meetings
Graveyard of Champions is perfect for anyone with a Merseyside connection or an interest in Liverpool’s cultural history or boxing history.
Originally from Liverpool, raised in Ghana and Zambia in Africa, and now based in Northern Virginia, Stephen Barr is a retired telecommunications professional with a passion for boxing history. Inspired by his grandfather, 1930s featherweight fighter Dick Burke, Steve has spent years researching pre-war Liverpool boxing and supports the historic Everton Red Triangle Boxing Club.
| Erscheint lt. Verlag | 9.2.2026 |
|---|---|
| Verlagsort | Hove |
| Sprache | englisch |
| Maße | 129 x 198 mm |
| Themenwelt | Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Sport ► Kampfsport / Selbstverteidigung |
| ISBN-10 | 1-83680-256-0 / 1836802560 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1-83680-256-3 / 9781836802563 |
| Zustand | Neuware |
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