Description
Lady Tyger
Book Summary
This work tells the true story of Marian Trimiar, a pioneer of women's boxing who defied the social norms of the seventies to forge a path in a male-dominated sport. The author, Silvia Cruz Lapeña, reconstructs the struggle of a woman who was not only looking for a ring, but for a name of her own and recognition of her identity as a boxer. A story of resilience, dignity, and the pursuit of a legacy that transcends the sport.
What is it about?
The book focuses on the figure of Marian Trimiar, a boxer who in the 1970s faced discrimination and a lack of opportunities in professional pugilism. The original synopsis introduces us to a woman who rejects the nicknames others impose on her and who, instead, chooses her own fighting name: Lady Tyger. The work explores her determination to be christened like a man, with a moniker that evokes strength and respect, and her refusal to be defined by her kinship. Through her story, the social and sporting context of the era is unveiled, as well as the dreams and sacrifices of an athlete who fought both inside and outside the ring.
Main themes
- The construction of identity in women's sports.
- The fight against gender discrimination in boxing.
- The power of naming and self-definition as an act of resistance.
- The history of women's boxing in the United States during the seventies.
- The relationship between sports, feminism, and the fight for recognition.
Who is it recommended for?
This book is aimed at readers interested in sports biographies, especially those that address the history of boxing and the challenges faced by women in sports. It is also a recommended read for those looking for stories of personal growth, feminism, and the struggle against adversity. Boxing fans and scholars of popular culture will find a unique and revealing perspective in this work.
What this book contributes
- An intimate and well-documented view of the life of a women's boxing pioneer.
- A reflection on the importance of identity and one's own name in the fight for recognition.
- Historical and social context regarding the situation of women in contact sports.
- A narrative that combines sports chronicle with gender analysis.
Technical specifications
- Author: Cruz Lapeña, Silvia
- Publisher: LIBROS DEL KO, SLL
- Language: Spanish
- Subject: BIOGRAPHY: SPORTS, FEMINISM AND FEMINIST THEORY
- Collection: HEROES Y VILLANOS
- Binding: Paperback
- Publication date: January 2020
- Number of pages: 104
- Weight: 130 g
Editorial review
Lady Tyger is a concise and powerful biography that manages to capture the essence of a historical figure in women's boxing. The author offers a human and combative portrait of Marian Trimiar, avoiding sensationalism and focusing on the struggle for identity and respect. It is a work that, despite its brevity, provides a deep and necessary insight into a little-known chapter of sports, being of great interest both to boxing fans and to readers interested in stories of women who broke barriers.