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Many thanks for uploading this book. The standard of proof-reading and formatting is excellent. I only noticed one very minor typographical error (I'm sorry I didn't note the location) and it did nothing to detract from my enjoyment.
The book itself offers a fascinating glimpse into the world of prize-fighting in the early 19th century, and especially the contrasting lives of the so-called Corinthians (the rich dandies who patronised the sport) and the pugilists themselves. The climactic fight scene is as exciting as anything that Conan Doyle has written. There's also a nice murder mystery to sweeten the plot. Don't be put off by the slow-ish start; once you get past the long opening paragraphs, the story moves along at a good pace.
One minor correction to the above description: The prince mentioned in the description is the Prince of Wales; he didn't become Prince Regent until the formal start of the Regency in 1811 (in the book, he is always referred to simply as the Prince).
Mike
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