John "Jack" Langan was born during the firestorm of insurrection on May 18th, 1798, at Clondalkin, in the county of Kildare, Ireland. For the first time, Paul Langan has compiled a book on Ireland's fabled pugilist.
The book covers his early years. The two epic 74 and 76-round battles with England champion Tom Spring are discussed in significant detail. The book then follows Langan's retirement in Liverpool as a publican and brewery owner until his death.