Grimmish

Grimmish is a 2021 experimental historical novel by Australian writer Michael Winkler.

It includes Grim's work as a sparring partner for both Jack Johnson and Tommy Burns prior to their Fight of the Century on Boxing Day 1908.

"[4] In the USA, Thomas Hauser gave the book a mainly positive review and called it "a compelling impressionistic portrait".

There are historical scenes depicting the brutality of Joe Grim’s fights.

There are genuine intellectual engagements with Roland Barthes and Michel Foucault.