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Long after its initial publication in the mid-1990s The Wrestling still stands as one of the best books ever written about pro wrestling. It is an essential look at the golden years of British wrestling in the mid 20th century. What sets this book apart is the frank, often brutal honesty of its contributors, many of them since lost to us, and the perfectly balanced handling by author Simon Garfield. Detailed and engaging this book offers the definitive account of the rise and fall of the original World of Sport era by those that lived it. Even if you weren't around to watch the exploits of national institutions like Jackie Pallo, Giant Haystacks and Big Daddy this book is still an essential read for all pro wrestling fans and an incredible achievement in extended journalism. Controversial, captivating, tragic, funny and often heartbreaking, this is a book even non-fans of the grapple game will enjoy.Read full review
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the grunt and grapple game its nice to read an honest insight to what you watched at 4 pm on a Saturday was always home for that good book excellent read
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Great book for any wrestling fan, especially if you loved the British wrestling on a world of sport
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Bought as a pressie....went down well.
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