Wrestling's New Golden Age
Wrestling's New Golden Age

Author: Ronald Snyder

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2017-08-08

Total Pages: 236

ISBN-13: 1683580214

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Ever since the “Monday Night Wars,” where WWE and WCW battled for wrestling supremacy (with the WWE coming out on top), there was now only one game in town. If fans wanted to watch wrestling, it was WWE or bust. That is no longer the case. Wrestling’s New Golden Age is both a historical look at the sport, while showing how everything has finally come full circle. Going back to the past, the sport was originally territory-based, with wrestlers traveling across the country from promotion to promotion. From the East coast (Jim Crockett, WWWF) down to Texas (World Class) and all the way up to Canada (Stampede), wrestling was run on an individual level. But once Vince McMahon Jr. came into the picture, that all changed. While the territory system is long gone, indie wrestling is bigger than ever. Whether it’s ROH, CZW, NXT, NJPW, or any of the other numerous promotions, wrestling has a new face. With information spreading online through social media and video streaming, fans are able to watch wrestling on a consistent basis, as opposed to only when the WWE is on TV. They not only have more options, but are able to watch wrestlers travel up the ranks to the “big show.” Now when a wrestler from the indie’s makes his WWE appearance, he already has a gimmick, a storyline, and a faithful fanbase. As can be seen with CM Punk, Daniel Bryan, and many others, the independent promotions are the new face of professional wrestling. Featuring interviews with wresting stars, including Jake Roberts, Jim Ross, Rob Van Dam, Matt Hardy, Tommy Dreamer, and numerous others, Wrestling’s New Golden Age shares how the wrestling world has finally come full circle, to the joy of fans across the globe.

Minnesota's Golden Age of Wrestling
Minnesota's Golden Age of Wrestling

Author: George Schire

Publisher: Minnesota Historical Society

Published: 2010

Total Pages: 260

ISBN-13: 9780873516204

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A comprehensive, illustrated history of the glory days of old-school, professional wrestling--a must-have for wrestling fans!

The Grapple Manual
The Grapple Manual

Author: Kendo Nagasaki

Publisher: Weidenfeld & Nicolson

Published: 2005

Total Pages: 77

ISBN-13: 9780297844198

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Introduced by Kendo Nagasaki, a celebrated wrestler for over 40 years, this work profiles 30 ridiculously named, bizarrely dressed wrestlers from Britain, Europe and America.

Kevin Von Erich
Kevin Von Erich

Author: Ruby Silverstream

Publisher: Independently Published

Published: 2024-02-10

Total Pages: 0

ISBN-13:

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KEVIN VON ERICH: Kevin von Erich's Journey Through the Grit and Glory of Wrestling's Golden Age Dive into the thrilling world of professional wrestling's golden age with the captivating biography penned by Ruby Silverstream, "KEVIN VON ERICH: Kevin von Erich's Journey Through the Grit and Glory of Wrestling's Golden Age." Delve into the raw, unfiltered narrative of wrestling legend Kevin von Erich as he takes readers on an adrenaline-fueled journey through the heart-pounding action, dramatic victories, and personal triumphs that defined an era. Ruby Silverstream pulls back the curtain on the iconic Texas wrestling scene and invites readers to witness the indomitable spirit of one of the sport's most celebrated families. From the electrifying highs of championship victories to the heart-wrenching lows of personal loss, Kevin's story resonates with the relentless passion and resilience that characterized the glory days of wrestling. Through Silverstream's evocative storytelling, readers experience the unbreakable bond between wrestler and fan, the untold stories of legendary matches, and the camaraderie that fueled the industry's rise to staggering heights. As the pages unfold, readers are transported to sold-out arenas and witness the evolution of a sport that captured the hearts of millions. "KEVIN VON ERICH" is more than a memoir-it's a ringside seat to the defining moments of wrestling's golden age. Silverstream's keen insight brings to life the larger-than-life personalities, the gripping rivalries, and the unwavering passion that made this era unforgettable. Whether you're a die-hard wrestling enthusiast or a casual fan, this book offers a spellbinding journey through the adrenaline, drama, and sheer resolve that propelled Kevin von Erich to wrestling glory. As you read the final chapter of "KEVIN VON ERICH: Kevin von Erich's Journey Through the Grit and Glory of Wrestling's Golden Age," you'll be left with a deep appreciation for the triumphs and tribulations that shaped wrestling's most iconic era. Join Ruby Silverstream and embark on this unforgettable journey through the grit and glory of wrestling's golden age, and be captivated by the relentless spirit of a true wrestling legend.

The Comic Book Story of Professional Wrestling
The Comic Book Story of Professional Wrestling

Author: Aubrey Sitterson

Publisher: Ten Speed Graphic

Published: 2018-10-02

Total Pages: 186

ISBN-13: 0399580506

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From the host of the critically acclaimed pro wrestling podcast Straight Shoot, this graphic novel history of wrestling features the key grapplers, matches, and promotions that shaped this beloved sport and form of entertainment. As a pop culture phenomenon, professional wrestling--with its heroic babyfaces and villainous heels performing suplexes and powerbombs in pursuit of championship gold--has conquered audiences in the United States and around the world. Now, writer/podcaster Aubrey Sitterson and illustrator Chris Moreno form a graphic novel tag team to present wrestling's complete illustrated history. Featuring legendary wrestlers like Bruno Sammartino, Hulk Hogan, and The Rock, and modern-day favorites like John Cena, Kenny Omega, and Sasha Banks, the book covers wrestling's progress from the carnival days of the Gold Dust Trio to the dominance of the WWF/WWE to today's diverse independent wrestling scene, and it spotlights wrestling's reach into Mexico/Puerto Rico (lucha libre), the U.K. (all-in), and Japan (puroresu).

Season's Beatings
Season's Beatings

Author: John Cosper

Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform

Published: 2017-11-20

Total Pages: 60

ISBN-13: 9781979903257

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From the golden age of grapplin' comes a holiday treat for wrestling fans young and old! Compiled from a 1947 California wrestling program, this amazing collection of Christmas greetings features stars like Gorgeous George, "The Black Panther" Jim Mitchell, Enrique Torres, Jan Blears, Yvon Robert, and Ed "Strangler" Lewis. Season's Beatings is not a history or a biography. It's a window into the past, a photographic look at some of the biggest stars of wrestling's golden age. It's the perfect gift for those who prefer headlocks and body slams to visions of sugar plums.

WWE Legends
WWE Legends

Author: Brian Solomon

Publisher: Simon and Schuster

Published: 2010-06-15

Total Pages: 276

ISBN-13: 1451604505

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WWE Legends gives fans an inside look at more than fifty of the greatest wrestlers ever to slip between the ropes and enter the “squared circle.” They were World Heavyweight Champions: Bob Backlund, Superstar Billy Graham, and Bruno Sammartino. They were fan favorites: “Superfly” Jimmy Snuka, Chief Jay Strongbow, and Andre the Giant. They were the villains everyone loved to hate: Killer Kowalski, Ernie Ladd, and the Fabulous Moolah. They were ethnic heroes, someone just like you that you could cheer for: Ivan Putski, Pedro Morales, Peter Maivia. They were the stars that shined the brightest, and left an indelible mark on the memories of countless fans. In a time when professional wrestling was divided into territories, no place created bigger Superstars than World Wrestling Entertainment. From the company's centerpiece in Madison Square Garden, legends were born. WWE Legends is the every fan's guide to the legends of the ring. They are all in here, from Andre the Giant to George “the Animal” Steele, with quick stats and descriptions of their most famous matches. No true wrestling fan should be without this book.

Superfandom: How Our Obsessions are Changing What We Buy and Who We Are
Superfandom: How Our Obsessions are Changing What We Buy and Who We Are

Author: Zoe Fraade-Blanar

Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company

Published: 2017-03-21

Total Pages: 224

ISBN-13: 0393249964

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An in-depth look at the influence of fans—society’s alpha consumers—on our lives and culture. As fandom sheds its longtime stigmas of geekiness and hysteria, fans are demanding more from the celebrities and brands they love. Digital tools have given organizations—from traditional businesses to tech startups—direct, real-time access to their most devoted consumers, and it’s easy to forget that this access flows both ways. This is the new “fandom-based economy”: a convergence of brand owner and brand consumer. Fan pressures hold more clout than ever before as audiences demand a say in shaping the future of the things they love. In Superfandom, Zoe Fraade-Blanar and Aaron M. Glazer explain this new era of symbiosis. For producers, it can mean a golden opportunity: brands such as Polaroid and Surge, preserved by the passion of a handful of nostalgic fans, can now count on an articulate, creative, and, above all, loyal audience. Yet, the new economy has its own risks—it’s also easier than ever for companies to lose their audience’s trust, as Valve did when it tried to introduce a paid mod system for its Skyrim video game. Examining key cases that span a wide range of consumer markets, Fraade-Blanar and Glazer explain why some kinds of engagement with fans succeed and some backfire. Throughout, the authors probe fandom’s history, sociology, and psychology. From the nineteenth-century American Alice Drake, who bribed her way into the houses of her favorite European composers, to Hatsune Miku, the Japanese virtual celebrity whose songs are composed entirely by fans, the dynamics of fandom—the activities we perform to show we belong to a group of people with common interests—may be as old as culture itself. For groupies of financier Warren Buffet and enthusiasts of Cards Against Humanity alike, the consumer relationship has been transformed. Superfandom is an essential guide for those who care about, contribute to, and live in our rapidly expanding fan-driven economy.

When Wrestling Was Wrestling
When Wrestling Was Wrestling

Author: Crockett Crockett Foundation

Publisher:

Published: 2016-09-08

Total Pages: 130

ISBN-13: 9781536862706

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Take a walk down memory lane, in "When Wrestling Was Wrestling", complete with never before seen images from the Golden Age of Wrestling in the Crockett Foundation's first paperback book release.Inside the pages of this wonderful book you will find never before seen pictures taken by Jackie Crockett during his tenure as camera man for Jim Crockett Promotions. As the youngest son of Jim Crockett, Sr., he had unlimited access to some of the greatest names in professional wrestling history. You will definitely be taking a trip down memory lane as you page through the images contained in this gem.

Death of the Territories
Death of the Territories

Author: Tim Hornbaker

Publisher: ECW Press

Published: 2018-09-18

Total Pages: 272

ISBN-13: 1773052322

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For decades, distinct professional wrestling territories thrived across North America. Each regionally based promotion operated individually and offered a brand of localized wrestling that greatly appealed to area fans. Promoters routinely coordinated with associates in surrounding regions, and the cooperation displayed by members of the National Wrestling Alliance made it easy for wrestlers to traverse the landscape with the utmost freedom. Dozens of territories flourished between the 1950s and late ’70s. But by the early 1980s, the growth of cable television had put new outside pressures on promoters. An enterprising third-generation entrepreneur who believed cable was his opportunity to take his promotion national soon capitalized on the situation. A host of novel ideas and the will to take chances gave Vincent Kennedy McMahon an incredible advantage. McMahon waged war on the territories and raided the NWA and AWA of their top talent. By creating WrestleMania, jumping into the pay-per-view field, and expanding across North America, McMahon changed professional wrestling forever. Providing never-before-revealed information, Death of the Territories is a must-read for fans yearning to understand how McMahon outlasted his rivals and established the industry’s first national promotion. At the same time, it offers a comprehensive look at the promoters who opposed McMahon, focusing on their noteworthy power plays and embarrassing mistakes.