Leen, Jeff

The Queen of the Ring: Sex, Muscles, Diamonds, and the Making of an American Legend

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ISBN 13:: 9780802144829
author:: Leen, Jeff
format:: Paperback
publisher:: Grove Press
language:: English
Publication Year:: 2010
Pages:: 368
Dimensions:: 20.8 x 13.8 x 2.8 cm
Genre:: Social & cultural history
Condition:: New
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The Queen of the Ring: Sex, Muscles, Diamonds, and the Making of an American Legend Mildred Burke's story is a fascinating one, a tale of a woman who defied convention to become a champion in one of America's most masculine sports. Despite her petite stature, Burke's beauty and brawn earned her a place in the ring, where she regularly fought and beat male wrestlers. Burke's journey to the top was not an easy one, but her determination and grit ultimately paid off. This book tells the story of her rise to fame, and the era of wrestling that she helped to shape. With a unique blend of glamour and grit, Burke's story is an unforgettable slice of Americana. Published in 2010, this book offers a fresh perspective on a forgotten era of wrestling. With its blend of history, biography, and sports, it is a compelling read for anyone interested in the world of athletics.

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