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Professional Wrestling (1912)

Professional Wrestling (1912)

Smith, Ed Wallace

Hardcover

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ISBN10: 1162257776
ISBN13: 9781162257778
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: May 22 2010
Pages: 104
Weight: 0.72
Height: 0.38 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Professional Wrestling is a book written by Ed Wallace Smith and first published in 1912. The book is a comprehensive guide to the world of professional wrestling, covering everything from the history of the sport to the techniques and strategies used by wrestlers in the ring.The book begins with a brief overview of the origins of wrestling and how it evolved into the professional sport that we know today. It then goes on to discuss the various types of wrestling, including Greco-Roman, catch-as-catch-can, and freestyle wrestling. The book also covers the different styles of wrestling that are popular in different parts of the world, such as sumo wrestling in Japan and lucha libre in Mexico.One of the main focuses of the book is on the techniques and strategies used by wrestlers in the ring. The author describes in detail the various holds and throws used in wrestling, as well as the different ways that wrestlers can counter their opponents' moves. The book also includes tips on how to train for wrestling and how to develop the strength and agility needed to succeed in the sport.Throughout the book, the author provides anecdotes and stories about famous wrestlers from the past and present, including Frank Gotch, George Hackenschmidt, and Ed Strangler Lewis. The book also includes photographs and illustrations to help readers better understand the techniques and strategies described in the text.Overall, Professional Wrestling is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history and techniques of professional wrestling. It provides a comprehensive overview of the sport and is a must-read for fans of wrestling and sports enthusiasts alike.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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