Sisterhood of the Squared Circle: The History and Rise of Women's Wrestling

ISBN: 1770413073

Author: Laprade, Pat

Condition: New

A behind-the-scenes look at over a century of female wrestling, with profiles and photos, documenting the rise of womens wrestling from sideshow to WWE main eventSisterhood of the Squared Circle is absolutely a must read for most fans . . . Wrestle Book ReviewFrom the carnival circuit of the late 1800s to todays main events, this book offers a look at the business of womens wrestling with its backstage politics, real-life grudges, and incredible personalities. With more than one hundred profiles, youll learn about the careers of many well-known trailblazers and stars of today, including Mildred Burke, the Fabulous Moolah, Mae Young, Penny Banner, Wendi Richter, Trish Stratus, Chyna, Lita, Charlotte, Sasha Banks, and Bayley.With rare photographs and an exploration of womens wrestling worldwide - including chapters on Japan, Mexico, England, and Australia - Sisterhood of the Squared Circle is a priceless contribution to the history of professional wrestling.