Becoming Taz: Writing From The Southpaw Stance

Synopsis

Becoming Taz: Writing From The Southpaw Stance By Jeff Bumpus Is A Memoir About Pursuing A Dream - Of Enduring The Struggles, Processing The Failures, And Learning How To Assess The Triumphs. Bumpus Was A Professional Boxer From 1984 Until 1993. During This Time He Continued Working Full-time As A Saw Operator, Cutting Countertops For Mobile Homes And Rvs. He Fought Five World Champions And Several Top Contenders During His Career In The Ring Before Retiring With A Record Of 31 Wins (15 By Knockout), 8 Defeats, And One Draw. Becoming Taz Is A Tale Of Youth Filtered Through The Wisdom Of Middle Age And Told With The Literate Voice Of A Seasoned Storyteller.