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Pierce Egan, Sr. In Memoriam, 1772-1849


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• Pierce Egan, Sr.
• BIRTH 1772
• Greater London, England
• DEATH 3 Aug 1849 (aged 76-77)
• Pentonville, London Borough of Islington, Greater London, England
• BURIAL Highgate Cemetery West
• Highgate, London Borough of Camden, Greater London, England
• MEMORIAL ID 17816597

Mr. Pierce Egan knew a good story when he saw one. For the early part of the 19th century, his mighty quill told of the champions of England like Tom Cribb, Bill Richmond, Tom Molyneaux, John Broughton and all the great bare-knuckle pugilists.



His words still fascinate boxing aficionados as it once did for The Fancy and mere mortals who appreciate a fair fight. My beloved father, the late Hermie Rivera, used to say, “We owe a debt of gratitude to Pierce Egan. His descriptions of a well-placed blow, its intent, impact and aftermath still excite. You will find the heart of London in his works—Boxiana and Life in London. In many ways, boxing has become a metaphor for someone like me. And I have to thank Mr. Egan for that.”



On behalf of all your fans and disciples of the Sweet Science of Bruising…we offer you our thanks. And to borrow a phrase… “Keep punchin!”

From your friends at the Philippine Boxing Historical Society and Hall of Fame Highgate Cemetery London, England
May 18, 2022




Journals:

• Boxiana
• Life in London

Books:
• Boxiana, vol. 1 (1813)
• Boxiana, vol. 2 (1818)
• Boxiana, vol. 3 (1821)
• Life in London (1821)
• Sporting Anecdotes (1821)
• Finish to the Adventures of Tom and Jerry (1828)
• New Series Boxiana, vol. 1 (1828)
• New Series Boxiana, vol. 2 (1829)
• Pierce Egan's Book of Sports And Mirror of Life: Embracing the turf, the chase, the ring, and the stage (1832)




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