12 Rounds: A Love Letter to BoxingBoxing is more than a sport. It's a mirror-reflecting power, pain, pride, and the pulse of every generation that has stepped between the ropes. In Twelve Rounds With Culture, the fight unfolds far beyond the bell. From the smoky gyms of Newark to the neon circus of influencer arenas, from ancient legends to rising kings, this book explores boxing not just as a competition, but as a cultural force that has shaped-and been shaped by-race, class, politics, and identity.Each chapter is a round in a wider bout: historical, analytical, and emotional. You'll step into the shadows with the overlooked, celebrate the artistry of defensive genius, feel the chaos of YouTube showdowns, and witness the dreams of tomorrow's champions taking shape in real time. Written with reverence, grit, and a sharp eye for the shifting tides, this is not just a chronicle-it's a tribute.A love letter to the beautiful, brutal theatre that is boxing. For the purists. For the newcomers. For anyone who's ever cared about a fight.