A rare signed ''Scientific Boxing and Self Defence'' book by Tommy Burns, published by Health and Strength Ltd 1907/08, special Autographed Edition as

A rare signed ''Scientific Boxing and Self Defence'' book by Tommy Burns, published by Health and Strength Ltd 1907/08, special Autographed Edition as a souvenir of the authors visit to England in 1907/08. Signed on the book plate and included photographs and further facsimile autographs. Tommy Burns, a Canadian, won the World Heavyweight title when on 23rd Feb 1906 when he beat Marvin Hart (USA) on points over 20 rounds in Los Angeles. In 1907-08 Burns came to Europe, firstly to England where he beat Gunner Moir and Jack Palmer. He then defeated Jem Roche in Ireland, and Jewey Smith & Bill Squires in France. All the bouts concluded with a K.O.