The Complete Idiot's Guide to Pro Wrestling

The Complete Idiot's Guide to Pro Wrestling
ISBN-10
0028639618
ISBN-13
9780028639611
Category
Wrestling
Pages
402
Language
English
Published
2000
Publisher
Alpha Reference
Authors
Michael Benson, Bert Randolph Sugar, Lou Albano

Description

Presents the history of professional wrestling, profiles the top wrestlers, explains the rules and moves of the game, and examines the sport versus entertainment debate.

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