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

The origins: from Amazons to wrestlers -- The pioneers -- When Millie met Billy: the Billy Wolfe era -- From slave girl to women's champion: the rise of Lillian Ellison -- The rock 'n' wrestling connection and the 1980s: girls just wanna have fun -- The attitude era: the revival of the WWF's Women's Division -- Total nonstop action: a new frontier -- The rise of the divas -- International report -- Dave Prazak's crazy idea: SHIMMER -- NXT, the revolution, and the return of the Women's title -- Stephanie McMahon: holding the future of women's wrestling in her hands.;"Documenting the rise of women's wrestling from sideshow to WWE main event. Sisterhood of the Squared Circle presents the fascinating history of women's wrestling, from the carnival circuit of the late 1800s to today's hugely popular matches. With more than 100 wrestler profiles, find out how backstage politics, real-life grudges, and incredible personalities shaped the business. The careers of many well-known trailblazers, including Mildred Burke, the Fabulous Moolah, Mae Young, Penny Banner, Wendi Richter, Trish Stratus, Chyna, and Lita, are celebrated alongside today's stars, like 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."-- Documenting The Rise Of Women's Wrestling From Sideshow To Wwe Main Event. Sisterhood Of The Squared Circle Presents The Fascinating History Of Women's Wrestling, From The Carnival Circuit Of The Late 1800s To Today's Hugely Popular Matches. With More Than 100 Wrestler Profiles, Find Out How Backstage Politics, Real-life Grudges, And Incredible Personalities Shaped The Business. The Careers Of Many Well-known Trailblazers, Including Mildred Burke, The Fabulous Moolah, Mae Young, Penny Banner, Wendi Richter, Trish Stratus, Chyna, And Lita, Are Celebrated Alongside Today's Stars, Like 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.-- The Origins: From Amazons To Wrestlers -- The Pioneers -- When Millie Met Billy: The Billy Wolfe Era -- From Slave Girl To Women's Champion: The Rise Of Lillian Ellison -- The Rock 'n' Wrestling Connection And The 1980s: Girls Just Wanna Have Fun -- The Attitude Era: The Revival Of The Wwf's Women's Division -- Total Nonstop Action: A New Frontier -- The Rise Of The Divas -- International Report -- Dave Prazak's Crazy Idea: Shimmer -- Nxt, The Revolution, And The Return Of The Women's Title -- Stephanie Mcmahon: Holding The Future Of Women's Wrestling In Her Hands. Pat Laprade And Dan Murphy ; Foreword By Wwe Superstar Natalya. Includes Bibliographical References (pages 416-420). 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. "Documenting the rise of women's wrestling from sideshow to WWE main event. Sisterhood of the Squared Circle presents the fascinating history of women's wrestling, from the carnival circuit of the late 1800s to today's hugely popular matches. With more than 100 wrestler profiles, find out how backstage politics, real-life grudges, and incredible personalities shaped the business. The careers of many well-known trailblazers, including Mildred Burke, the Fabulous Moolah, Mae Young, Penny Banner, Wendi Richter, Trish Stratus, Chyna, and Lita, are celebrated alongside today's stars, like 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."-- Provided by publisher From side show to main-eventing in the WWE, documentingthe rise of womens wrestling Sisterhood of the Squared Circle presents the fascinating history of womens wrestling, from the carnival circuit of the late 1800s to todays hugely popular matches. With more than 100 wrestler profiles, find out how the backstage politics, real-life grudges, and incredible personalities shaped the business. The careers of many well-known trailblazers, including Mildred Burke, the Fabulous Moolah, Mae Young, Penny Banner, Wendi Richter, Trish Stratus, Chyna, and Lita, are celebrated alongside todays stars, like Charlotte, Natalya, and Paige. With rare photographs, and an exploration of womens 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. A behind-the-scenes look at over a century of female wrestling, with profiles and photos: “Fascinating sports history” (Booklist). 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.