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Hulk Hogan, the Undertaker, Lex Luger, Cactus Jack - these are a few of the larger-than-life showmen who risk life and limb in the world of professional wrestling, one of the most popular slots on prime-time TV in the US and Europe. Under the control of World Championship Wrestling and the World Wrestling Federation authorities, the sport has outgrown its humble origins to become a multi-million pound business. This book takes a light-hearted look at the sport, focusing on the great ring performers and some of their epic clashes. Special features highlight the individual wrestler's statistics with regards weight, physique, moves and career details. Other personalities featured Sid Justice, The Patriot, Bret Hart and Sargeant Slaughter.
This book investigates the rise of professional wrestling from a niche attraction to a multi-million pound global entertainment industry. The text examines the cultural phenomenon of prime-time wrestling during the early 1990s, focusing on the business structures of the World Championship Wrestling and World Wrestling Federation organizations. It provides an overview of the industry's evolution and the spectacle that defines the sport.
What You Will Find
The subject matter points to a light-hearted, fan-oriented overview of the professional wrestling landscape during the early 1990s. The inclusion of specific wrestler statistics suggests a text designed for enthusiasts seeking a reference guide to the era's prominent performers.
Page Count:
96
Publication Date:
1992-10-15
Publisher:
HarperCollins Publishers
ISBN-10:
0002184451
ISBN-13:
9780002184458
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