The Queen Of The Ring
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The Queen Of The Ring
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Author : Jeff Leen
language : en
Publisher: Open Road + Grove/Atlantic
Release Date : 2010-07-13
The Queen Of The Ring written by Jeff Leen and has been published by Open Road + Grove/Atlantic this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2010-07-13 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
The story of Mildred Burke, the longest reigning champion of female wrestling, from the Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist and author of Kings of Cocaine. In this in-depth account, journalist Jeff Leen pulls back the curtain on a forgotten era when a petite midwesterner used her beauty and brawn to dominate America’s most masculine sport. At only five feet two, Mildred Burke was an unlikely candidate for the ring. A waitress barely scraping by on Depression-era tips, she saw her way out when she attended her first wrestling match. When women were still struggling for equality with men, Burke regularly fought—and beat—male wrestlers. Rippling with muscle and dripping with diamonds, she walked the fine line between pin-up beauty and hardened brawler. An unforgettable slice of Americana, The Queen of the Ring captures the golden age of wrestling, when one gritty, glamorous woman rose through the ranks to take her place in athletic history. “Jeff Leen has made a fabulous contribution to the sports-history canon. The Queen of the Ring is a marvelous evocation of an era, and a riveting portrait of a one-of-a-kind American moll.” —Sally Jenkins, author of The Real All Americans
Queen Of The Ring
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Author : Jaime Hernandez
language : en
Publisher: Fantagraphics Books
Release Date : 2021-08-03
Queen Of The Ring written by Jaime Hernandez and has been published by Fantagraphics Books this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2021-08-03 with Art categories.
For the past 40 years, acclaimed graphic novelist Jaime Hernandez has been creating a Love and Rockets-adjacent world ― set in the heyday of 1960s and ’70s women’s wrestling and lucha libre! ― with an entirely separate cast of characters who have aged and evolved: the beautiful and brutal Bettie Rey, the I.F.W. Pacific Women’s Champion ― a.k.a. Golden Girl ― as well as former champions Pantera Negra, Miss Kitty Perez, and many more. As Hernandez puts it, “It’s my Love and Rockets world that’s not my Love and Rockets world.” This best-of book spotlights the women who are often ignored in pro wrestling in 125 full color illustrations: pin-ups, action shots, fake wrestling magazine covers, all presented in a large paperback format that echoes the lucha libre magazines of the 1960s. Hernandez also discusses the work in an interview with fellow cartoonist Katie Skelly. Despite having created one of the most expansive and remarkable casts of characters of any cartoonist who ever lived (under the umbrella of the ongoing L&R comic book series), acclaimed graphic novelist Jaime Hernandez ― Will Eisner Hall of Famer; Eisner, Harvey, Ignatz, and PEN Award winner; L.A. Times Book Prize winner; and on a very short list of contenders for the title of America’s Greatest Living Cartoonist ― has been privately amassing a body of work that no one else has ever seen for over 40 years. Until now.
Natalya S Reign In The Ring
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Author : Keyton M Light
language : en
Publisher: Independently Published
Release Date : 2023-11-28
Natalya S Reign In The Ring written by Keyton M Light and has been published by Independently Published this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2023-11-28 with categories.
"Natalya's Reign in the Ring: The Queen of the Dungeon" Dive into the captivating world of professional wrestling with "Natalya's Reign in the Ring: The Queen of the Dungeon." This compelling book unfolds the remarkable journey of Natalya Neidhart, a trailblazer in women's wrestling whose impact reaches far beyond the squared circle. Discover Wrestling Royalty: Explore the rich legacy of the Neidhart family and Natalya's early years in the legendary Hart Dungeon. Uncover the roots of wrestling royalty as Natalya emerges from the shadows of her family's legacy, not just as a bearer of a famous name but as a queen determined to carve her own path. Breaking the Mold: Witness Natalya's pivotal role in reshaping women's wrestling, from pioneering the Women's Revolution to navigating the transition from the Divas era. As a force in breaking stereotypes, Natalya's evolution in the ring challenges preconceptions and showcases the depth of women's athleticism and skill. Championship Pursuits: Follow Natalya's thrilling journey to championship glory-from the Divas Championship to trailblazing the Women's Tag Team Division and culminating in the historic pursuit of the Women's Championship. Each triumph reflects a personal achievement and a legacy woven into the fabric of WWE history. Queen of the Hart Dungeon: Delve into Natalya's dual role as both a product and a mentor of the legendary Hart Dungeon. Witness her impact on shaping future generations of wrestlers and the delicate balance of navigating family expectations, leaving a lasting mark on wrestling tradition. Beyond the Ring: Experience Natalya's influence extending beyond the ring, from her advocacy for women's empowerment to breaking barriers in commentary and reality television. Her enduring legacy isn't just about titles-it's a multifaceted impact that transcends the scripted narratives of professional wrestling. A Must-Read for Wrestling Enthusiasts: Whether you're a die-hard wrestling fan or someone intrigued by the empowering journey of a woman who defied expectations, "Natalya's Reign in the Ring" offers a ringside seat to an extraordinary tale of resilience, empowerment, and the transformative power of wrestling. Uncover the Queen's Legacy: Join us in celebrating Natalya Neidhart's enduring legacy as "The Queen of the Dungeon." This book is not just about wrestling-it's about a journey that resonates with empowerment, breaking barriers, and leaving an indelible mark on the world of women's wrestling. Grab your copy now and step into the ring with the Queen herself!
The Ring And The Crown
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Author : Alison Weir
language : en
Publisher: Random House
Release Date : 2011
The Ring And The Crown written by Alison Weir and has been published by Random House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2011 with Biography & Autobiography categories.
The excitement surrounding the marriage of Prince William to Kate Middleton has prompted four of Britain's top historical biographers to look closely at Royal Weddings from 1066 to the present day. Professionally, Alison Weir, Kate Williams, Sarah Gristwood, and Tracy Borman do events and television together, and are known affectionately, as the "History Girls." They bring an elan, and a passion for detail and dramatic narrative to all their subjects. Each writer focuses on different areas of interest. Alison Weir deals with the medieval, Tudor and Stuart periods. Kate Williams scrutinizes the Georgians and Victorians. Sarah Gristwood takes up the story in 1919, when Princess Patricia of Connaught revived the tradition of royal brides marrying in Westminster Abbey, and goes on to examine the weddings of the Queen Mother (1923), the Queen (1947), and Princess Margaret in 1960. Lastly, Tracy Borman brings the book right up to date, with accounts of the wedding of Prince Charles and Diana Spencer through to the fanfare that will celebrate the nuptials of Kate and William. Every kind of wedding features--from those attended by great public celebrations, to the many that took place in private chapels, parish churches and even in secret. Fascinating anecdotal details are revealed in the course of this most informative and entertaining overview of royal weddings through history, some amusing, some poignant, some bawdy. The Ring and the Crown places the royal wedding of the heir to the throne in historical perspective, and it does so with carefully selected illustrations that help make the authors' insights come even more vividly alive.
The Ring Of Truth
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Author : Wendy Doniger
language : en
Publisher: Oxford University Press
Release Date : 2017-04-03
The Ring Of Truth written by Wendy Doniger and has been published by Oxford University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2017-04-03 with History categories.
Why are sex and jewelry, particularly rings, so often connected? Why do rings continually appear in stories about marriage and adultery, love and betrayal, loss and recovery, identity and masquerade? What is the mythology that makes finger rings symbols of true (or, as the case may be, untrue) love? The cross-cultural distribution of the mythology of sexual rings is impressive--from ancient India and Greece through the Arab world to Shakespeare, Marie Antoinette, Wagner, nineteenth-century novels, Hollywood, and the De Beers advertising campaign that gave us the expression, "A Diamond is Forever." Each chapter of The Ring of Truth, like a charm on a charm bracelet, considers a different constellation of stories: stories about rings lost and found in fish; forgetful husbands and clever wives; treacherous royal necklaces; fake jewelry and real women; modern women's revolt against the hegemony of jewelry; and the clash between common sense and conventional narratives about rings. Herein lie signet rings, betrothal rings, and magic rings of invisibility or memory. The stories are linked by a common set of meanings, such as love symbolized by the circular and unbroken shape of the ring: infinite, constant, eternal--a meaning that the stories often prove tragically false. While most of the rings in the stories originally belonged to men, or were given to women by men, Wendy Doniger shows that it is the women who are important in these stories, as they are the ones who put the jewelry to work in the plots.
Lives Of The Queens Of England From The Norman Conquest
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Author : Agnes Strickland
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1854
Lives Of The Queens Of England From The Norman Conquest written by Agnes Strickland and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1854 with Queens categories.
Lives Of The Queens Of England
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Author : Agnes Strickland
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1893
Lives Of The Queens Of England written by Agnes Strickland and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1893 with Great Britain categories.
Lives Of The Queens Of England From The Norman Conquest By A And E Strickland
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Author : Agnes Strickland
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1852
Lives Of The Queens Of England From The Norman Conquest By A And E Strickland written by Agnes Strickland and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1852 with categories.
Spy For The Queen Of Scots
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Author : Theresa Breslin
language : en
Publisher: Random House
Release Date : 2012-08-02
Spy For The Queen Of Scots written by Theresa Breslin and has been published by Random House this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-08-02 with Young Adult Fiction categories.
As lady-in-waiting to Mary, Queen of Scots, the beautiful Ginette - known as Jenny - is the young queen's closest childhood friend. Growing up in the elegant but ruthless French court, surrounded by enemies and traitors - not least the jealous, manipulative Catherine de Medici, and Mary's own scheming half-brother, James - Jenny has always been fiercely loyal to her mistress. But when she overhears a mysterious whispered plot, closely followed by several unexplained deaths at court, she puts her own life in danger and turns spy for Mary. Jenny quickly realises not a soul at court can be trusted, and when she and Mary return to their Scottish homeland for Mary to claim her throne, they face even greater peril. Desperate to protect her friend from those who would slit her throat to steal her crown, while battling her feelings for the charismatic nobleman Duncan Alexander, Jenny becomes embroiled in a dangerous web of secrets, betrayals and lies.
Lives Of The Queens Of Scotland And English Princesses
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Author : Agnes Strickland
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 1856
Lives Of The Queens Of Scotland And English Princesses written by Agnes Strickland and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1856 with categories.