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

A behind-the-scenes look at over a century of female wrestling, with profiles and photos , documenting the rise of women's wrestling from sideshow to WWE main event

"Sisterhood of the Squared Circle is absolutely a must read for most fans . . ." Wrestle Book Review

From the carnival circuit of the late 1800s to today's main events, this book offers a look at the business of women's wrestling with its backstage politics, real-life grudges, and incredible personalities. With more than one hundred profiles, you'll 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 women's 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.

Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: ECW Press
Published: 04/11/2017
ISBN: 9781770413078
Pages: 384
Weight: 1.60lbs
Size: 8.90h x 6.00w x 1.10d

Review Citations: Library Journal 02/01/2017 pg. 86