Bryan Alvarez

In 1997, World Championship Wrestling was on top. It was the number-one pro wrestling company in the world and the highest-rated show on cable television. But by 2001, however, everything had bottomed out. The company – having lost a whopping 95% of its audience – was sold for next to nothing to Vince McMahon and World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE). What...

Covering the most charming babyfaces and hateable heels, the high-flyers as well as the hardcore heroes, this comprehensive, authoritative book explores the personalities, events, and facts every WWE fan should know. Dive into pro wrestling history with indispensable information on iconic matches, behind-the-scenes business, unforgettable feuds, and outstanding feats by superstars like Stone Cold Steve Austin, The Undertaker, John Cena,...

Get ready to rumble, with this fun introduction to the world of professional wrestling. Professional Wrestling For Dummies is the essential guide for fans eager to explore pro wrestling around the world—from the top American promotions to the vibrant Japanese scene and the high-flying spectacle of Mexican Lucha Libre. Inside, you’ll find the knowledge you need to understand and follow...