Download or read book Ohhh Yeahhh written by Mike Rodgers and published by Independently Published. This book was released on 2024-04-20 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step into the ring and travel back in time to Hawaii where the roar of the crowd echoed against the lush mountains long before it became the 50th state. "Ohhh Yeahhh: History of Hawaiian Wrestling" is a riveting journey through the untold history of wrestling, spanning eras from territorial tussles to global spectacles. Before the tides of war swept over Pearl Harbor, and before Hawaii's star adorned the American flag, the islands bore witness to a different kind of battle-a battle fought under the lights of makeshift rings. From these humble beginnings emerged the pioneers, promoters, and performers who would shape the destiny of professional wrestling in the Pacific paradise. Meet the visionaries who orchestrated the bouts that captivated generations. Al Karasick, Ed Francis, Steve Rickard, and Peter Maivia-names that reverberated in arenas and became synonymous with the golden age of Hawaiian wrestling. These promoters, with their audacity and ingenuity, transformed wrestling into an island spectacle that transcended geographical confines. But it's not just about the promoters; it's about the larger-than-life performers who graced the canvas with their charisma and athleticism. Lord Blears, Johnny Barend, King Curtis, Don Muraco, and Pampero Firpo-legends whose names are etched in the annals of wrestling history. Their stories, victories, and rivalries are the threads that weave together the rich tapestry of Hawaii's wrestling legacy. In " Ohhh Yeahhh," wrestling buffs and history enthusiasts alike will be gripped by the tales of triumph and turmoil, of passion and power slams, that unfolded in the ring. Through meticulous research, rare interviews, and a deep dive into archival treasures, this book transports you to a time when the Hawaiian islands were not just a tropical paradise but a battleground for the warriors of the squared circle. Join us as we unveil the epic saga of professional wrestling in Hawaii-a story that predates statehood and Pearl Harbor, revealing the vibrant, visceral history that laid the groundwork for the global phenomenon we know today. " Ohhh Yeahhh: History of Hawaiian Wrestling" is more than a book; it's a ringside seat to the thrilling spectacle that defined an era and the larger-than-life characters who made it legendary.
Download or read book Ohhh Yeahhh The History of Hawaiian Wrestling written by Mike Rodgers and published by . This book was released on 2024-04-21 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Step into the ring and travel back in time to Hawaii where the roar of the crowd echoed against the lush mountains long before it became the 50th state. "Ohhh Yeahhh: History of Hawaiian Wrestling" is a riveting journey through the untold history of wrestling, spanning eras from territorial tussles to global spectacles. Before the tides of war swept over Pearl Harbor, and before Hawaii's star adorned the American flag, the islands bore witness to a different kind of battle-a battle fought under the lights of makeshift rings. From these humble beginnings emerged the pioneers, promoters, and performers who would shape the destiny of professional wrestling in the Pacific paradise. Meet the visionaries who orchestrated the bouts that captivated generations. Al Karasick, Ed Francis, Steve Rickard, and Peter Maivia-names that reverberated in arenas and became synonymous with the golden age of Hawaiian wrestling. These promoters, with their audacity and ingenuity, transformed wrestling into an island spectacle that transcended geographical confines. But it's not just about the promoters; it's about the larger-than-life performers who graced the canvas with their charisma and athleticism. Lord Blears, Johnny Barend, King Curtis, Don Muraco, and Pampero Firpo-legends whose names are etched in the annals of wrestling history. Their stories, victories, and rivalries are the threads that weave together the rich tapestry of Hawaii's wrestling legacy. In " Ohhh Yeahhh," wrestling buffs and history enthusiasts alike will be gripped by the tales of triumph and turmoil, of passion and power slams, that unfolded in the ring. Through meticulous research, rare interviews, and a deep dive into archival treasures, this book transports you to a time when the Hawaiian islands were not just a tropical paradise but a battleground for the warriors of the squared circle. Join us as we unveil the epic saga of professional wrestling in Hawaii-a story that predates statehood and Pearl Harbor, revealing the vibrant, visceral history that laid the groundwork for the global phenomenon we know today. " Ohhh Yeahhh: History of Hawaiian Wrestling" is more than a book; it's a ringside seat to the thrilling spectacle that defined an era and the larger-than-life characters who made it legendary.
Download or read book Big Happiness written by Mark Panek and published by University of Hawaii Press. This book was released on 2011-02-17 with total page 338 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Big Happiness is extremely important to our community. Mark Panek’s biography of Percy Kipapa speaks to the consequences of the destruction of Hawai‘i’s rural neighborhoods, unchecked development, the ice epidemic, the failures of government, sumo, intricate family and neighbor relationships, and more. What is most impressive is Panek’s ability to weave all of these complex topics together in a seamless narrative that connects all the dots. Part mystery, part investigative journalism, part poignant Island portrait, this work contains an emotional element that binds the reader to the subjects in a dignified yet touching way, showing compassion and even affection for people while revealing their flaws and shortcomings. This book will resonate with an Island audience and with anyone interested in Hawai‘i. —Victoria Kneubuhl, Hawai‘i writer and playwright "This book tells of personal triumphs and failures, and also the triumphs and failures of families, communities, organizations, agencies, governments, and churches dealing with the multiple consequences of ‘progress’ in contemporary Hawai‘i. There have been heroes and villains at all levels—frequently, the same individuals and agencies are both at the same time. The story of Percy Kipapa is especially poignant because professional sumo gave him a unique opportunity to transcend Hawai‘i’s culture of colonialism, racism, poverty, and drug addiction, which in the end all brought him down anyway. Mark Panek has done a masterful job of weaving these strands together."—Reverend Bob Nakata, former Hawai‘i state senator "Spanning the history of Waikane and the brutality of Japan’s national sport, Big Happiness is a remarkably ambitious piece that links one man’s murder to the ice epidemic, land development, and political corruption in Hawai‘i. Mark Panek’s meticulously researched, skillfully written, heartbreaking story, filled with voices that ring true, is an indictment of an entire system that crushed a gentle giant. While other Hawai‘i writers dwell in ‘take me back to da kine’ nostalgia, Panek tells it like it really is." —Chris McKinney, author of The Tattoo and Mililani Mauka
Download or read book Professional Wrestling in the Pacific Northwest written by Steven Verrier and published by McFarland. This book was released on 2017-11-29 with total page 231 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Introduced in the Pacific Northwest in 1883, professional wrestling has a long and storied history in the region and has contributed significantly to Northwest culture. This entertaining account of the wrestling industry in Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia provides a detailed look at more than 130 years of events in the ring and behind the scenes. The author draws connections between developments in wrestling and the changing identity of the Pacific Northwest.
Download or read book Minnesota s Golden Age of Wrestling written by George Schire and published by Minnesota Historical Society. This book was released on 2010 with total page 260 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A comprehensive, illustrated history of the glory days of old-school, professional wrestling--a must-have for wrestling fans!
Download or read book History of the United States Wrestling Federation USA Wrestling written by Werner Holzer and published by . This book was released on 2013 with total page 212 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book 50th State Big Time Wrestling written by Edmund C. Francis and published by . This book was released on 2012 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Gentleman Ed Francis' 50th State Big Time Wrestling, a wild and wacky extravaganza, took Hawaii by storm and dominated local sports entertainment throughout the 1960s and '70s. Young Edmund Francis learned the ropes of wrestling in Depression-era Chicago, touring with the local weightlifting club in gyms and German taverns. In Hawaii, Gentleman Ed found a new calling, as a promoter offering a unique brand of sport and showmanship tailored exclusively to Island fans. Now, Francis reveals the behind-the-scenes stories of building his Aloha State wrestling empire in his book, Gentleman Ed Francis Presents 50th State Big Time Wrestling! The hardcover edition of Gentleman Ed Francis Presents 50th State Big Time Wrestling! is a fan must-have documenting Francis' humble beginnings, the negotiations to bring wresting to Hawaii's television screens and the ups-and-downs of managing an enterprise built on big men boasting larger-than-life personalities. With his wrestler-announcer-referee-promoter partner Lord Tally Ho Blears at his side, Francis built a huge fan following for his wrestlers—Hard-Boiled Haggerty, Tosh Togo, Handsome Johnny Barend, Andre the Giant, Freddie Blassie, Nick Bockwinkel, Neff Maiava, The Missing Link, Mad Dog Mayne and scores of others—all captured here in over 100 images chronicling two decades of Island wrestling mania.
Download or read book New Japan Pro Wrestling History Book written by Beau Siders and published by . This book was released on 2021-01-26 with total page 208 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: With huge global attention and a legacy of significant moments, the Tokyo Dome is inarguably one of professional wrestling's most iconic venues. In this Japan Pro Wrestling book, you will have a chance to explore NJPW's triumphs and tribulations. Starting with the origins of pro wrestling in post war Japan, Lion's Pride covers the company's inception in 1972, through its boom in the early 1980s, its influence on the medium at large in the '90s, and its downturn and subsequent revival in the last two decades. Also, you are given many essays detailing the intricacies of Japanese wrestling psychology, how NJPW's key players shaped the company, and much more besides. Let's jump on the interesting world of New Japan!
Download or read book A Brief History of the Hawaiian People written by William De Witt Alexander and published by . This book was released on 1899 with total page 357 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Job Man written by Chris Multerer and published by Wisconsin Historical Society. This book was released on 2019-09-06 with total page 169 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Milwaukee-native Chris Multerer wrestled for more than a decade, starting in 1978, on professional circuits around the United States. As a “job man,” Multerer made the superstars of wrestling, such as Mad Dog Vachon and Hulk Hogan, shine. In cities around the country, thousands of screaming fans cheered when their favorite wrestlers pinned and punished Multerer in a variety of painful ways. In Job Man, Multerer, along with his friend Larry Widen, shows what life was like for wrestlers outside the spotlight. Long nights on the road, thoughtful takes on some the biggest personalities in the business, and, perhaps most of all, a love for the sport, are as much a part of Multerer’s revealing and remarkable story as his time in the ring.
Download or read book Wrestling at the Chase written by Ed Wheatley and published by . This book was released on 2021-10-07 with total page pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: When Sam Muchnick and Harold Koplar had a chance conversation on a plane in [need year here], they had no inclination that their unique idea would turn into the iconic program Wrestling at the Chase. Spanning multiple generations of fans, the premier of the show in 1959 would launch a phenomenon and the onset of professional wrestling's golden years. Today, the WWE rules television and arenas nationwide, but without the leadership and promotion of this show, it may never have reached the standing it enjoys today.Hundreds of men and women, dressed to the nines, would be drawn ringside every Saturday night in the Khorassan Room of the opulent Chase Park Plaza Hotel while hundreds of thousands more tuned in at the stroke of nine to enjoy the spectacle. They'd marvel at such heroes of the sport as Bruiser, the Fabulous Moolah, Gorgeous George, King Kong, and Nature Boy. Then the next morning, a brand new audience of thousands would tune in for the re-airing of the show. America couldn't come cheer on their idols in person, so Muchnick, the Vince McMahon of his day, brought wrestling to the living rooms of America.Emmy-award winning producer Ed Wheatley brings the story of professional wrestling's rise to prominence to life in this exciting, ride-of-a-lifetime book. With hundreds of photos and the stories behind the famous monikers, relive the decades and the countless memories that have thrilled wrestling lovers for generations. The three legs of the stool (the location, the delivery, and the product) came together in Wrestling at the Chase; now its story comes through on each page.
Download or read book Albion s Seed written by David Hackett Fischer and published by Oxford University Press. This book was released on 1991-03-14 with total page 981 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: This fascinating book is the first volume in a projected cultural history of the United States, from the earliest English settlements to our own time. It is a history of American folkways as they have changed through time, and it argues a thesis about the importance for the United States of having been British in its cultural origins. While most people in the United States today have no British ancestors, they have assimilated regional cultures which were created by British colonists, even while preserving ethnic identities at the same time. In this sense, nearly all Americans are "Albion's Seed," no matter what their ethnicity may be. The concluding section of this remarkable book explores the ways that regional cultures have continued to dominate national politics from 1789 to 1988, and still help to shape attitudes toward education, government, gender, and violence, on which differences between American regions are greater than between European nations.
Download or read book Tabernacles of Clay written by Taylor G. Petrey and published by UNC Press Books. This book was released on 2020-04-17 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Taylor G. Petrey's trenchant history takes a landmark step forward in documenting and theorizing about Latter-day Saints (LDS) teachings on gender, sexual difference, and marriage. Drawing on deep archival research, Petrey situates LDS doctrines in gender theory and American religious history since World War II. His challenging conclusion is that Mormonism is conflicted between ontologies of gender essentialism and gender fluidity, illustrating a broader tension in the history of sexuality in modernity itself. As Petrey details, LDS leaders have embraced the idea of fixed identities representing a natural and divine order, but their teachings also acknowledge that sexual difference is persistently contingent and unstable. While queer theorists have built an ethics and politics based on celebrating such sexual fluidity, LDS leaders view it as a source of anxiety and a tool for the shaping of a heterosexual social order. Through public preaching and teaching, the deployment of psychological approaches to "cure" homosexuality, and political activism against equal rights for women and same-sex marriage, Mormon leaders hoped to manage sexuality and faith for those who have strayed from heteronormativity.
Download or read book Farewell to Manzanar written by Jeanne Wakatsuki Houston and published by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt. This book was released on 2002 with total page 216 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A true story of Japanese American experience during and after the World War internment.
Download or read book Short Eyes written by Miguel Piñero and published by Macmillan + ORM. This book was released on 2011-04-01 with total page 139 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Winner of the New York Drama Critics Circle Award This powerful drama of prison life is set in a house of detention where a group of young convicts-predominantly black and Puerto Rican-taunt, fight, insult, and entertain one another in an attempt to preserve their sanity and to create a semblance of community. When a young white prisoner accused of child molesting is thrown into the cell block by a guard who says he belongs in Sing Sing because "the men up there know what to do with degenerates like you," the stage is set for an explosive series of events; for, among prisoners, this child molester called "short eyes" is the lowest of criminals.
Download or read book Frankenturkey written by Betsy Haynes and published by HarperPrism. This book was released on 1994 with total page 148 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Kyle and Annie want to celebrate Thanksgiving like the pilgrims. They want to wear stovepipe hats, bake their own pies--even raise their own turkey. Then they meet Frankenturkey! Frankenturkey is big, bad, and mad. If Kyle and Annie don't watch out, Frankenturkey will eat them for Thanksgiving dinner.
Download or read book Lookaway Lookaway written by Wilton Barnhardt and published by Macmillan. This book was released on 2014-06-24 with total page 382 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Presiding over her family and its legacy of masterpiece Civil War art, North Carolina society maven Jerene Jarvis Johnston takes increasingly haphazard steps to protect her grown children from their own heedlessness.
