Steven Johnson (2)

It is rare that you come across a book that is an introduction to a topic while providing good reading for someone knowledgeable in the subject. Pro-Wrestler Hall of Fame : The Storytellers does just that. Each chapter introduces an aspect of the weird world of pro-wrestling and then provides a trio of vignettes focusing on persons who embodies that aspect of wrestling. For myself the introductions were a nice reminder of the various strange workings of wrestling. Topics ranged from the show more beginnings the wrestling in the carnivals, promoters to jobbers and the origins of extreme wrestling. It was the stories attached to each topic that got my attention. Although I am verse in the world of wrestling, I found that stories provided me with new information and insights into a world that I thought I knew well. I highly recommend the book to any fan of wrestling or to someone who wants to get a more accurate picture of this form of entertainment. show less

I am a wrestling fan and really enjoyed this book. It had a lot of great stories and pulled together the different eras seamlessly. I'm not sure if someone not familiar with the sports entertainment industry would find it as appealing but it definitely took me along.

Good book. A set of essays covering different topics related to the Benoit murder/suicide. Some essays were better than others. The essay on the media reaction was especially good.

Interesting book