The Wrestlers' Wrestlers

The Masters of the Craft of Professional Wrestling

By: Dan Murphy, Brian Young

Narrated by: Joe Hempel

A walk-through wrestling history, starting with the founding fathers such as Ed "Strangler" Lewis and the incomparable Lou Thesz, to modern-day masters such as Daniel Bryan and Kurt Angle.

The Wrestlers' Wrestlers spotlights elite performers and analyzes exactly what made them your favorite wrestler's favorite wrestlers. Authors Dan Murphy and Brian Young interviewed more than 40 in-ring veterans, historians, referees, and promoters to get a unique insider's look at the people who have made a lasting impact on the world of professional wrestling. It offers a special peek "behind the curtain" and a rare look into the top stars' thoughts on their peers, their influences, and their personal favorites.

The Wrestlers' Wrestlers is a history of professional wrestling but also a tribute to the frequently misunderstood art itself. Featuring stars of the 1920s to today, this essential book deserves a prominent spot on the bookcase of every fan and historian.

©2021 Dan Murphy and Brian Young (P)2021 Tantor

Informative

I’m really more into modern wrestling, so this was really educational about older wrestlers I wasn’t as familiar with. I loved the mentions of AEW.

surprised by some mentioned

other than some names in the book kinda surprised one gets a mentioned but they explained why and surprised others just had a name said or wasn't mentioned at all.

loved listening about all wrestlers

Loved all the information that was given. The wrestlers chosen for the book defly wrestlers' wrestlers