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The extraordinary story of a female boxer's meteoric rise to become the fighter who legitimized women in combat sports and the personal turmoil she hid from the world.

Boxing legend Christy Martin was a trailblazer in the ring and continues to be an inspiration to female fighters across the globe.…

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A boxing legend, trailblazer and survivor, Christy Martin continues to be an inspiration to many people. Just pick up a copy of this book and you will quickly add your name to the list. In Fighting for Survival: My Journey Through Boxing Fame, Abuse, Murder, and Resurrection, Christy Martin recounts her harrowing yet inspiring story. Growing up in a small town in West Virginia, Martin felt forced to keep her sexual orientation hidden to please her family and the sports world, eventually agreeing to a sham marriage with coach Jim Martin. While she rose to prominence in the world of…

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