Quote by: John Boyle O'Reilly

With the advent of chivalry, the art of boxing waned. The evolution of feudal aristocracy, with other and widely different exercises, pastimes and weapons from those of the common people, made boxing unfashionable.


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Author Bio


  • NameJohn Boyle O'Reilly
  • DescriptionIrish-born poet and novelist
  • BornJune 28, 1844
  • DiedAugust 10, 1890
  • CountryIreland
  • ProfessionWriter