Gentleman Gerry: A Contender in the Ring, a Champion in Recovery

Gentleman Gerry chronicles boxing legend Gerry Cooney's career, his challenges and triumphs as a trauma survivor, and his journey to sustained recovery from alcoholism. It provides a detailed account of the difficulties this Golden Gloves champion faced both as a child and adult, offering a compelling exploration of an inspirational life.

Author: Gerry Cooney, John Grady
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield Publishers
Published: 06/12/2019
Pages: 344
Binding Type: Hardcover
Weight: 1.60lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.30w x 1.20d
ISBN13: 9781538111000
ISBN10: 1538111004
BISAC Categories:
- Sports & Recreation | Boxing
- Biography & Autobiography | Sports

About the Author
Gerry Cooney is a former boxer who emerged as the #1 contender for the heavyweight championship of the world. Ranked #53 on The Ring Magazine's "100 Greatest Punchers of All Time," Cooney fought all-time great champion Larry Holmes in one of the most memorable and anticipated title fights in boxing history. Cooney currently co-hosts "At the Fights" on SiriusXM radio with Randy "The Commissioner" Gordon. John Grady is a licensed professional counselor, licensed alcohol and drug counselor, dually certified supervisor in mental health and addictions, university lecturer, and author.