The Croxley Master: A Great Tale Of The Prize Ring

The Croxley Master: A Great Tale Of The Prize Ring

by Arthur Conan Doyle
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date: 26/04/2021

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In "The Croxley Master: A Great Tale Of The Prize Ring," Arthur Conan Doyle deftly explores the intricacies of the boxing world during a time when the sport was gaining popularity in England. The narrative is marked by a vivid portrayal of the characters and the gritty atmosphere of the prizefighting circuit, all rendered through Doyle's signature blend of excitement and detail. The novella'Äôs literary style is characterized by its pacey dialogue and dramatic tension, encapsulating the fervor of the prize ring while reflecting the broader societal attitudes towards sportsmanship and masculinity in the late 19th century. Arthur Conan Doyle, best known for his creation of Sherlock Holmes, had a keen interest in sports and the human condition. His personal experiences within athletic circles and his observations of the cultural milieu of his time undoubtedly informed his portrayal of the boxers in "The Croxley Master." This work not only showcases his narrative talent but also reveals a lesser-known aspect of Doyle'Äôs literary interests, highlighting how the author navigated between various genres and themes throughout his career. For readers interested in the intersections of sports and literature, "The Croxley Master" is an essential read that provides both entertainment and insight. Doyle'Äôs exploration of heroism, rivalry, and the human spirit in the face of physical confrontation invites readers to reflect on the nature of competition while enjoying the thrilling drama that unfolds in the ring.

ISBN:
4057664608857
4057664608857
Category:
Boxing
Format:
Epub (Kobo), Epub (Adobe)
Publication Date:
26-04-2021
Language:
English
Publisher:
GoodPress
Arthur Conan Doyle

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle was born in Edinburgh in 1859 and died in 1930. Within those years was crowded a variety of activity and creative work that made him an international figure and inspired the French to give him the epithet 'the good giant'.

He was the nephew of 'Dickie Doyle' the artist, and was educated at Stonyhurst, and later studied medicine at Edinburgh University, where the methods of diagnosis of one of the professors provided the idea for the methods of deduction used by Sherlock Holmes. He set up as a doctor at Southsea and it was while waiting for patients that he began to write.

His growing success as an author enabled him to give up his practice and turn his attention to other subjects. His greatest achievement was, of course, his creation of Sherlock Holmes, who soon attained international status and constantly distracted him from his other work; at one time Conan Doyle killed him but was obliged by public protest to restore him to life.

And in his creation of Dr Watson, Holmes's companion in adventure and chronicler, Conan Doyle produced not only a perfect foil for Holmes but also one of the most famous narrators in fiction.

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