The Pro Wrestling Hall Of Fame Heroes And Icons
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The Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame Heroes and Icons
Author | : Steven Johnson,Greg Oliver,Mike Mooneyham |
Publsiher | : ECW Press |
Total Pages | : 748 |
Release | : 2013-01-11 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 9781770902695 |
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Theagood guys of professional wrestling take the spotlight in this comprehensive examination ofathe memorable characters who inspired fans, aproviding insight into what makes a great hero. Compiled using firsthand interviews with hundreds of wrestlers, managers, promoters, and historians, these entertaining profiles document wrestlingOCOs golden boys from the 1930s to today. It discusses the roles of wrestling superstars that include Hulk Hogan, Dusty Rhodes, and The Rock as well as lesser-known figures, including Tiger Jeet Singh and Whitey Caldwell. With more than 100 action-packed photos, this engaging and informative book invites both devoted fans and newcomers to the sport to appreciate the rich history of these esteemed performers."
The Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame
Author | : Anonim |
Publsiher | : Unknown |
Total Pages | : 1100 |
Release | : 2013-07-29 |
Genre | : Electronic Book |
ISBN | : 1459668758 |
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At its core, professional wrestling has always been about the forces of evil trying to undermine everything good and a red hot heel needs a valiant hero to battle against, someone fans can root for, identify with, and look up to. Wrestling heroes like Hulk Hogan, Dusty Rhodes, The Rock, and Andre the Giant are celebrated worldwide. In Heroes & Icons, Oliver and Johnson include more than just the household names, digging deeper to also tell the story of forgotten heroes and regional stars, like Tiger Jeet Singh, who has an elementary school named after him, and Whitey Caldwell, whose gravesite still sees flowers from fans 40 years after his passing. Covering the 1930s through to the present day, the latest installment in the acclaimed Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame series examines what makes a great hero.
The Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame
Author | : Steven Johnson,Greg Oliver |
Publsiher | : ECW Press |
Total Pages | : 435 |
Release | : 2010-11-16 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 9781554902842 |
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A comprehensive look at the colourful villains, bad guys and heels who give professional wrestling so much of its character - from Gorgeous George and before to Ric Flair and the modern supervillains!
Focus On 100 Most Popular WWE Hall of Fame
Author | : Wikipedia contributors |
Publsiher | : e-artnow sro |
Total Pages | : 2291 |
Release | : 2024 |
Genre | : Electronic Book |
ISBN | : 9182736450XXX |
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Pro Wrestling
Author | : Lew Freedman |
Publsiher | : Bloomsbury Publishing USA |
Total Pages | : 329 |
Release | : 2018-09-07 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 9781440853517 |
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This book provides readers with an abundance of information and historical perspective as well as entertaining and memorable anecdotes about professional wrestling. Readers will also learn unusual snippets of trivia that will enhance their comprehension of the sport. This authoritative work on the history and culture of professional wrestling features the biggest names in the wrestling world since the sport emerged on the American sporting landscape. It comprises short biographies of all of the key players in the sport's evolution and rise to popularity—from old-timers to barrier breakers to household names such as Hulk Hogan, The Rock, Andre the Giant, and more—and includes not only men but also many women who have made a name in the sport. Surveying professional wrestling from its roots, dating centuries, to the modern era, pre–20th century and into the 21st century, the work tells the transformational stories of prominent wrestlers and the sport as a whole, in many cases bringing out the humor and outrageousness in the nature of an activity that has always straddled the line between show business and sport.
The Wrestlers Wrestlers
Author | : Dan Murphy,Brian Young |
Publsiher | : ECW Press |
Total Pages | : 368 |
Release | : 2021-04-27 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 9781773056876 |
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A walk-through wrestling history, starting with the founding fathers such as Ed “Strangler” Lewis and the incomparable Lou Thesz, to modern-day masters such as Daniel Bryan and Kurt Angle. The Wrestlers’ Wrestlers spotlights elite performers and analyzes exactly what made them your favorite wrestler’s favorite wrestlers. Authors Dan Murphy and Brian Young interviewed more than 40 in-ring veterans, historians, referees, and promoters to get a unique insider’s look at the people who have made a lasting impact on the world of professional wrestling. It offers a special peek “behind the curtain” and a rare look into the top stars’ thoughts on their peers, their influences, and their personal favorites. The Wrestlers’ Wrestlers is a history of professional wrestling but also a tribute to the frequently misunderstood art itself. Featuring stars of the 1920s to today, this essential read deserves a prominent spot on the bookcase of every fan and historian.
Un Controlled Chaos
Author | : Vance Nevada |
Publsiher | : FriesenPress |
Total Pages | : 479 |
Release | : 2022-08-19 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 9781039154810 |
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The heroic feats of ring gladiators have taken wrestling fans on an emotional journey—living vicariously through every body slam, dropkick, and piledriver. The investment of the crowd is demonstrated by their roars of excitement, their cheers for their heroes, and their catcalls at nasty ring villains. (Un)Controlled Chaos: Canada’s Remarkable Professional Wrestling Legacy re-lives those unforgettable moments between the ropes. It provides a fascinating snapshot of the world behind the curtain, and a glimpse into the lives of the men and women who have both competed in the ring and served as the very architects of the industry.
Historical Dictionary of Wrestling
Author | : John Grasso |
Publsiher | : Scarecrow Press |
Total Pages | : 444 |
Release | : 2014-03-06 |
Genre | : Sports & Recreation |
ISBN | : 9780810879263 |
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This dictionary covers Wrestling’s history through a chronology, an introductory essay, appendixes, and an extensive bibliography. The dictionary section has over 600 cross-referenced entries on important amateur and professional wrestling, wrestling personalities, announcers, wrestling organizations, and managers and promoters from all eras.