Chapter 3 Boxer cool

This chapter examines the apparent look of nonchalance evinced by boxers in the face of danger and harm-what is characterized as 'boxer cool'. It is argued that boxer cool is a culturally derived repertoire of looks, stances and gestures acquired over time, and crucial to navigating lived...

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Main Author: Lewandowski, Joseph D (auth)
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Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis 2022
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