Garfield, Simon
The Wrestling
- ISBN 13:
- 9780571236763
- author:
- Garfield, Simon
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Faber & Faber
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2007
- Pages:
- 256
- Dimensions:
- 19.8 x 12.6 x 1.6 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Wrestling
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 7 working days
Description
The Wrestling is a gripping account of the world of professional wrestling in the UK, where men and women would fight each other every night for pride and money. The story revolves around the lives of Kendo Nagasaki, Mick McManus, Les Kellet, Klondyke Kate and Dr Death, who were all part of this intense and often brutal sport. This book offers a unique insight into the world of professional wrestling, revealing the highs and lows of a career that was both thrilling and treacherous. With its vivid storytelling and behind-the-scenes look at the sport, The Wrestling is a fascinating read for anyone interested in the world of sports and entertainment. Simon Garfield's account is a compelling and often disturbing portrayal of a bygone era, where the boundaries between sport and entertainment were blurred and the consequences of a single mistake could be severe.
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