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Say Hello To The Bad Guys - How Professional Wrestling''S New World Order Changed America

by Marc Raimondi

~~22,07€~~ 19,86€ 10% OFF

 From ESPN reporter Marc Raimondi comes a compelling, gripping narrative history of professional wrestling’s legendary faction, The NWO (New World Order), from their inception in 1996 to their influence on American pop culture today. In 1996, professional wrestling was one of the most watched sports on cable television, with more than 5 million people tuning in every week. And in the late 1990s, pro-wrestling was the hottest thing in American pop culture, with companies making millions in action figures, video games, and simple black t-shirts emblazoned with three little letters: NWO. The NWO, or New World Order, became a business like no other, and was responsible for the explosive ratings and rabid fanbase. It started with an ingenious storyline starring Scott Hall, Kevin Nash, and the titular Hollywood Hogan—Hulk Hogan gone bad. Together, they formed a new era of characters to root for: The Bad Guys. Never before had audiences cheered for the villains, rooting for them over the heroes. The NWO broke down wrestling’s fourth wall in a clever new way, blurring the lines between fiction and reality. And suddenly, watching professional wrestling not only became socially acceptable, but a necessity if you wanted to stay up to date with pop culture. Their impact was infectious and long-lasting. It was entertainment that shaped a generation. Written by Marc Raimondi, a current ESPN reporter with nearly twenty years of experience in journalism, this narrative history explores professional wrestling’s most popular faction and how their existence influenced American culture like never before.
Last Bell - Life, Death And Boxing

by Donald Mcrae

~~15,90€~~ 14,31€ 10% OFF

 'One of boxing’s most honest and nuanced commentators' Times Literary Supplement 'A poignant farewell from a boxing obsessive to a sport he now barely recognises . . . characterised throughout by moral clarity" Literary Review ‘The Last Bell is one of the most engaging sports books I’ve read for a long time’ Mike Williams, ‘Today’, BBC Radio 4 Donald McRae has been immersed in boxing for fifty years. He has followed fighters around the world and won multiple awards for his writing. But, in recent years, McRae’s love has waned, as criminality and corruption consume the soul of boxing. In 2018, grieving the death of his sister and with his parents terminally ill, he sought refuge in boxing again - just as Tyson Fury completed an incredible comeback, proving that the ring can still offer exhilaration and redemption. From Fury’s resurrection to the first undisputed heavyweight champion this century, boxing can be epic and electrifying. It can also be disappointing, as McRae discovers when he documents doping’s insidious rise or travels to Saudi Arabia where boxing ignores state repression. In The Last Bell, McRae takes us ringside to thrilling bouts with great contemporary champions and fighters as different as Fury, Canelo Álvarez, Oleksandr Usyk, Katie Taylor, Regis Prograis and Isaac Chamberlain. Whether in London or Las Vegas, he shows us what it is like to see joy pour out of a boxer in the dressing room after a magnificent victory or to hold the hand of a fighter being wheeled away on a stretcher after a devastating defeat. As he tries to reconcile the contradictions which lie at boxing’s murky heart, McRae is unflinching and compelling. McRae helps boxers open up about their doubts and fears and charts the courage of fighters facing ordeals from depression to war. And in telling the heartbreaking story of Patrick Day, he faces death in the ring. The Last Bell is his most powerful and personal book yet, a riveting account of life, death and boxing.
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Golden Gloved - Virgil''S Revenge

by Peppers Rh Peppers

32,01€ + 10% CARD

 It has been over twenty years since Virgil''s return to, Tennessee and his good intentions to help his old friend, ''Lefty'' prepare his boxers for the ''Slug Fest'' become overshadowed by his need to seek revenge on his former promoter, ''Red'' of whom forced him out of a successful career in the ring. ''Slug Fest'', an international tournament sponsored by wealthy promoters whom have hired the best boxers money can buy. Where careers are built and broken within the highs and lows of the boxing world. Some whom have experienced the highest of highs in the ring only to be crippled by the people closets to them, more than desire to set things straight and one capable ex-champion is going to exact his revenge in, RH Peppers'' ''Golden Gloved''.
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Fight Like A Girl - An Empowering Self-Defence Guide For All Women

by Della O'Sullivan

14,72€ + 10% CARD

 ‘Fighting like a girl says I can be powerful in ways that are natural to me; I have access to power too - it may not look the same as your power, but it’s there and I can claim it.’It should never be a woman’s job to have to protect herself - but choosing to learn about self-defence can be incredibly liberating. Fight Like a Girl is a practical beginner’s guide, in which women’s martial arts expert and survivor Della O’Sullivan draws on her years of experience to give us the tools to protect our bodies and minds. A truly empowering illustrated handbook, it includes:easy-to-follow self-defence manoeuvreshow to spot red flags and protect yourself against alarming behaviourhow to adopt the mindset of a survivorIt is the book you’ll want to press into every woman’s hands.
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Fight

by Norman Mailer

39,74€ + 10% CARD

 In 1974 in Kinshasa, Zaïre, two African American boxers were paid five million dollars apiece to fight each other. One was Muhammad Ali, the aging but irrepressible "professor of boxing." The other was George Foreman, who was as taciturn as Ali was voluble. Observing them was Norman Mailer, a commentator of unparalleled energy, acumen, and audacity. Whether he is analyzing the fighters’ moves, interpreting their characters, or weighing their competing claims on the African and American souls, Mailer’s grasp of the titanic battle’s feints and stratagems—and his sensitivity to their deeper symbolism—makes this book a masterpiece of the literature of sport.
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Born Fighter - Shortlisted For The William Hill Sports Book Of The Year Prize

by Ruqsana Begum e Sarah Shephard

15,90€ + 10% CARD

 A Simon & Schuster audiobook. Simon & Schuster has a great book for every listener.
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Yes - My Improbable Journey To The Main Event Of Wrestlemania

by Craig Tello e Daniel Bryan

22,07€ + 10% CARD

 The New York Times bestselling autobiography from WWE''s Daniel Bryan, who has come out of retirement to get back in the ring. One of WWE''s most unlikely champions of all time and also one of its most popular, Bryan has proved to the world and to all of WWE that looks can be deceiving. Just ask anyone who''s ever underestimated him . . . right before he went out and whipped the WWE universe into a frenzy. This is Bryan''s behind-the-scenes story told for the first time ever by the "YES!" Man himself---from his beginnings as a child wanting to wrestle to his ten years circling the globe on the independent circuit and his remarkable climb to the upper ranks of WWE. As the biggest week of his life unfolds, Aberdeen, Washington''s bearded son reflects in full detail on his incredible path to the top and gives his take on the events that have shaped him. With his Bryan-ized blend of modesty and surprising candor, Daniel pulls no punches (or martial arts kicks) as he reveals his true thoughts on his evolution as a performer, his various roles in WWE versus the independent years, life on the road, at home, and much more. And of course, get the untold story surrounding the "YES!" chant that evolved to full-fledged movement, skyrocketing his career. This book chronicles all the hard work, values, influences, unique life choices, and more, leading to his watershed week at WrestleMania 30. You won''t want to miss it. Yes! We''re sure about this.
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Muhammad Ali In His Own Words

by Muhammad Ali

10,12€ + 10% CARD

 This fascinating collection of archive interviews with Muhammad Ali begins in 1965 with an interview with Harry Carpenter, and culminates with a TV interview with Joanna Lumley in 1989. Along the way Ali makes several famous appearances on Parkinson in the 1970s, and talks to David Frost in The Frost Interview. The 1980s find him answering questions about his impending retirement and rumours that he is suffering from Parkinson's disease. In the course of these appearances he also discusses his fighting career, his frank views on religion and society, his vision of a separate black-only American state, and his lack of formal education.The interviews included in this collection are I, Cassius, BBC Radio (first broadcast 11 May 1965); Sports View, BBC radio (first broadcast 15 August 1967); The Richest Prize in Sport, BBC television (first broadcast 14 March 1968); Parkinson, BBC One (first broadcast 17 October 1971); The Frost Interview (recorded 1974); Muhammad Ali: Most Boxers Can't Even Talk, BBC television (first broadcast 5 August 1975); archive interview, BBC radio (first broadcast 17 July 1977); Tonight, BBC television (first broadcast 15 January 1979); archive interview, BBC television (first broadcast 19 September 1984) and Wogan, BBC television (first broadcast 1989, hosted by Joanna Lumley).Due to the age and nature of this archive material, the sound quality may vary.(c)2016 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd (P)2016 BBC Studios Distribution Ltd
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Chosen Destiny

by Drew Mcintyre

27,60€ + 10% CARD

 In this thrilling, no-holds-barred memoir that shows why he is "an inspiration to millions of WWE fans around the world" (Triple H), WWE Champion Drew McIntyre tells the incredible roller-coaster story of his life, from a small village in Ayrshire, Scotland, to the bright lights of WWE. From a young age, Drew McIntyre dreamed of becoming a WWE Champion and following in the footsteps of his heroes "Stone Cold" Steve Austin and The Undertaker. With his parents’ support, he trained and paid his dues, proving himself to tiny crowds in the UK’s Butlin circuit. At age twenty-two, McIntyre made his WWE debut and was touted by none other than WWE Chairman Vince McMahon as "The Chosen One" who would lead WWE into the future. With his destiny in the palms of his hands, Drew watched it all slip through his fingers. Via a series of ill-advised choices and family tragedy, Drew’s life and career spiraled. As a surefire champ, he struggled under the pressure of expectations and was fired from the company. But the WWE Universe had not seen the last of this promising athlete. Facing a crossroads, the powerful Scotsman set a course to show the world the real Drew McIntyre. Buoyed by the support of his wife, Kaitlyn, and the memory of his beloved mother, Drew embarked on a mission to recharge, reinvent, and revitalize himself to fulfill his destiny. This is a story of grit, courage, and determination as a fallen Superstar discovers who he truly is and storms back to reclaim his dream.
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Death Clutch - My Story Of Determination, Domination, And Survival

by Brock Lesnar

12,88€ + 10% CARD

 The "baddest man on the planet," undisputed, three-time WWE Champion and current UFC World Heavyweight Champion, Brock Lesner, shares his true personal story of determination, domination, and survival in Death Clutch. A raw, no-holds-barred memoir from one of the most popular—and polarizing—figures in sports entertainment and professional mixed martial arts, Death Clutch is an essential volume for every WWE and Ultimate Fighting fan.
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What Are The Odds Of Becoming A Black Belt?

by Steve Pavlina

2,49€ + 10% CARD

 People often ask me to help them assess what their odds of success will be in some new endeavor: What are my odds of succeeding as a full-time blogger? What are my odds of succeeding as an indie game developer? What are my odds of succeeding as an entrepreneur? On the surface it seems intelligent to assess your risks before embarking on a new venture. Unfortunately the way I've seen most people do this is rather silly...
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Master Martial Arts

by Randy Charach

4,99€ + 10% CARD

 You can be a Martial Arts Master with this Self hypnosis Program. Randy will help you focus on what is required to be the master you are longing to be.
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Self Defense For Steampunks - Volume 1

by Fred Kaye

~~8,99€~~ 8,09€ 10% OFF

 The Steampunk world is a rich, glorious, fascinating, and astonishing universe. One must also realize that it is fraught with risk and danger, which can reveal itself in many ways, from a petty cutpurse, ner'do'wells, rampaging clockwork robots, ruffians intent on imposing their will or an organized gang of air-pirates wreaking havoc on the gentile populace. This practical manual can forearm the reader, preparing them for the possibility of encountering these enumerable threats real or imagined.
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Threads Of Triumph - Professional Wrestling'S Most Iconic Looks

by Mckenzie Mitchell

~~27,81€~~ 25,03€ 10% OFF

 Step into the ring and relive the triumph, the drama, and the larger-than-life personas that define professional wrestlingall through the lens of wrestling's most iconic gear. This vibrant celebration features over fifty global icons, including "Macho Man" Randy Savage, Dwayne The Rock Johnson, The Undertaker, Shawn Michaels, Ric Flair, Rey Mysterio, Becky Lynch, Bianca Belair, and many more. With a foreword by one of wrestlings bestMercedes Moné!With absolutely stunning photography and stories from the 1940s to today, Threads of Triumph is a visual romp through what is perhaps most integral to a professional wrestler's storytheir gear. What a wrestler wears plays a large part in evoking real emotion, feelings, and attitudes. Gear connects a wrestler to their character, and through their character, they are connected to their roots, their story, their heritage. This one-of-a-kind deep dive highlights some of the most memorable looks in the business. It features stunning full-color photographs and exclusive and insightful commentary from some of the biggest stars in pro wrestling.<ul><li>Uncover how stars like "Macho Man" Randy Savage and Shawn Michaels set the blueprint with their original styles, impacting what is worn in the industry today.</li><li>Read more about Luna Vachon and Chyna, who used their gear to break stereotypes and redefine what it meant to be a woman in an industry full of men.</li><li>Allow yourself to be blown away by The Undertaker and ""The Fiend"" Bray Wyatt's incredible outfitting, and learn how their stories just wouldn't be the same without these chilling extensions of their personas.</li></ul> For wrestling fans of all kinds, Threads of Triumph shares incredible artwork and insider perspectives about professional wrestling through the fascinating lens of the gear we know and love.EXPERT AUTHOR: Having been part of some of the biggest moments in professional wrestling history as a broadcaster for TNA and WWE, McKenzie Mitchell takes us behind the seams with exclusive insight from pro wrestling stars and stunning photography from notable professional sports photographers. STARS FROM ALL OVER THE WORLD: Learn more about all your favorite wrestlers. Threads of Triumph features:<ul><li>"Macho Man" Randy Savage</li><li>Dwayne The Rock Johnson</li><li>The Undertaker</li><li>Shawn Michaels</li><li>Ric Flair</li><li>Rey Mysterio</li><li>Becky Lynch</li><li>Bianca Belair</li><li>and many more! </li></ul> UNIQUE COFFEE TABLE BOOK: For the first time, a comprehensive visual history of professional wrestling gear all in one gorgeous volume! A great gift or self-purchase for wrestling fans of all ages.Perfect for: <ul><li> Wrestling fans </li><li> Fans of WWE, TNA, AEW </li><li> Readers who loved WWE Encyclopedia of Sports Entertainment, Incomparable by Brie Bella, Have a Nice Day by Mick Foley, and Wrestling For My Life by Shawn Michaels </li></ul>

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