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THE ANIMAL!!, 29 Sep 2008
Great read to be honest, really opens your eyes to what batista has been through to get where he is and also touches on personal issues hes had.
Would recommend! Great book!
The Animal unleashes his life on you!, 07 Mar 2008
As much as I enjoy reading auto-biogs on wrestlers, I often find it hard to really get into a story and enjoy it. Don't get me wrong, I finish the books, but it takes me a while. Not with this. I can't seem to put it down. Not since Mick Foley's Hardcore Diary have I enjoyed a book so much. Batista gives you a no holds barred look into his life, from growing up on the streets of Washington to his very first win at WrestleMania. Batista tells it how it is and isn't afraid to speak the truth.
INSPIRING AND ALWAYS PUSHING THROUGH, 16 Feb 2008
This is a truly inspiring book for any WWE or wrestling fan out there. it talks about his younger life and stories about him being doubted by other wrestlers. I wrote a much bettter and nicer review but bloody unfortunately i had a connection error and it all deleted. Overall, this is a must have book.
A Nice Read, 27 Jan 2008
I don't like Batista and was surprised that he made 300 pages plus. Still I gave this book a try and it shone. He had such a sad life and this is a compelling read. I suggest you give it a try.
The only other I have read is Adam Copeland on Edge (my fav) and it wa published back when he had a neck injury in 2003. It was nice to read something that is slightly more up-to-date.
It alsos teaches you about working wrestling matches and how to actually appreciate a match and each WWE show has become more watchable since.
Unleash the Animal, 25 Jan 2008
Batista Unleashed
WWE Professional Wrestler, Dave Batista documents over three hundred pages of his life with the help of sports writer Jeremy Roberts to bring you "Batista Unleashed".
Dave explains all the different experiences in his life, being brought up by his single mother in Washington D.C. Lifting weights as a teenager led him into a string of jobs working as a Bouncer and then becoming professional Body Building in his early thirties.
After crippling experience he leaves the world of Body Building and attempts to break into the world of Professional Wrestling, at first being told he's "too old", "he'll never make it", years later he wins the World Heavyweight Championship at the companies most prestigious pay-per-views of the year; "Wrestlemania".
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Customer Reviews
THE ANIMAL!!, 29 Sep 2008
Great read to be honest, really opens your eyes to what batista has been through to get where he is and also touches on personal issues hes had.
Would recommend! Great book!
The Animal unleashes his life on you!, 07 Mar 2008
As much as I enjoy reading auto-biogs on wrestlers, I often find it hard to really get into a story and enjoy it. Don't get me wrong, I finish the books, but it takes me a while. Not with this. I can't seem to put it down. Not since Mick Foley's Hardcore Diary have I enjoyed a book so much. Batista gives you a no holds barred look into his life, from growing up on the streets of Washington to his very first win at WrestleMania. Batista tells it how it is and isn't afraid to speak the truth.
INSPIRING AND ALWAYS PUSHING THROUGH, 16 Feb 2008
This is a truly inspiring book for any WWE or wrestling fan out there. it talks about his younger life and stories about him being doubted by other wrestlers. I wrote a much bettter and nicer review but bloody unfortunately i had a connection error and it all deleted. Overall, this is a must have book.
A Nice Read, 27 Jan 2008
I don't like Batista and was surprised that he made 300 pages plus. Still I gave this book a try and it shone. He had such a sad life and this is a compelling read. I suggest you give it a try.
The only other I have read is Adam Copeland on Edge (my fav) and it wa published back when he had a neck injury in 2003. It was nice to read something that is slightly more up-to-date.
It alsos teaches you about working wrestling matches and how to actually appreciate a match and each WWE show has become more watchable since.
Unleash the Animal, 25 Jan 2008
Batista Unleashed
WWE Professional Wrestler, Dave Batista documents over three hundred pages of his life with the help of sports writer Jeremy Roberts to bring you "Batista Unleashed".
Dave explains all the different experiences in his life, being brought up by his single mother in Washington D.C. Lifting weights as a teenager led him into a string of jobs working as a Bouncer and then becoming professional Body Building in his early thirties.
After crippling experience he leaves the world of Body Building and attempts to break into the world of Professional Wrestling, at first being told he's "too old", "he'll never make it", years later he wins the World Heavyweight Championship at the companies most prestigious pay-per-views of the year; "Wrestlemania".
A Lions Tale: Around the World in Spandex, 21 Aug 2008
WWE luminary Chris Jericho tells the story of his vivacious life, from the days of being a rebellious teenager listening to rock and roll to when he joins Stu Hart's infamous wrestling dungeon. He follows in the steps of his idols fighting the independent wrestling circuit and makes a name for himself in Mexico and Japan. He reaches his peak when joining the WWF in 1999 and becoming their Undisputed World Champion December 2001. This is a great and amusing read for most audiences; Jericho pulls no punches and has an entertaining sense of humour to go with it.
Pure brilliance , 14 Jun 2008
this is the best book ive ever read it tells jerichos life brilliantly taking us through the ups and downs of wrestling. i recomend this to anybody wrestling fan or not you will enjoy it.
A Sequel Is On It's Way, So Buy A Lion's Tale Right Now~!, 12 Apr 2008
This book is superb. It's the most entertaining wrestling book I've ever read, and as a journey there are few as unique as that of Chris Jericho. If you are looking at this page and therefore have a modicom of interest in this book, buy it immediately.
The purpose for this review is actually to address one issue. In a number of the reviews you'll read on this page; the principle gripe is with where the book ends; i.e. with the countdown to Jericho's August 1999 WWF debut. There is good news. A second book is in development.
Jericho has confirmed the release of a second book via Lance Storm's official website, StormWrestling.com. He wrote an article on Storm's website regarding his book and the reaction to it thus far. Jericho said the first book left the book open for a sequel because the first one only focuses on the stage in his life in which he is trying to achieve his dream of joining WWE. Once he got to WWE, that stage in his life was over. He has signed a new book deal for the second book with Grand Central. The second book will be called "Undisputed Attitude," which as you would imagine, will be an indepth look into his WWE tenure. The title is a reference to both the Attitude Era and his Undisputed Championship reign. It is also an homage to the Slayer compilation album of the same name. The second book will be released in the US and Canada in Autumn 2009, with a UK release following shortly after that.
Hope that helps you guys out. In the meantime, pick up this book. Even if you've never watched professional wrestling, this book will entertain you. Jericho's writing style is very inviting, witty and down to earth, with more Spinal Tap references than you can shake a stick at.
a must-read for all jericoholics, 25 Mar 2008
I love this book - funny, insightful, touching, and inspiring.
Y2J is clearly a wrestling fan and comes across as a fan of the business, which is great. Jericho doesn't sugar coat anything in this book, and discusses his travels and life on the road with an honesty that is lacking in other autobiographies. This book covers Jericho until his count down to 'the millenium' i.e. joining the wwe with the familiar clock countdown.
My only gripe with this book (and I stress this is my ONLY issue with the entire book) is that is did not cover his WWE (then WWF) days. The book stops as the countdown hits zero and Jericho walks through the WWE curtain for the first time to interupt the rock (and if you didnt see it look for it on youtube - very funny segment).
Destination WWF/E, 18 Mar 2008
This is one of the funniest wrestling books out there. I always find it strange when some of the best promo people in wrestling always say that they are shy and introverted. Does not sound the Y2J I and millions and millions of people do know. Y2J takes you on a round the world trip of the wrestling territories; he starts and finishes the book with the count down to his WWE début. Which leaves the book open for a sequal for his WWE years.
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Customer Reviews
THE ANIMAL!!, 29 Sep 2008
Great read to be honest, really opens your eyes to what batista has been through to get where he is and also touches on personal issues hes had.
Would recommend! Great book!
The Animal unleashes his life on you!, 07 Mar 2008
As much as I enjoy reading auto-biogs on wrestlers, I often find it hard to really get into a story and enjoy it. Don't get me wrong, I finish the books, but it takes me a while. Not with this. I can't seem to put it down. Not since Mick Foley's Hardcore Diary have I enjoyed a book so much. Batista gives you a no holds barred look into his life, from growing up on the streets of Washington to his very first win at WrestleMania. Batista tells it how it is and isn't afraid to speak the truth.
INSPIRING AND ALWAYS PUSHING THROUGH, 16 Feb 2008
This is a truly inspiring book for any WWE or wrestling fan out there. it talks about his younger life and stories about him being doubted by other wrestlers. I wrote a much bettter and nicer review but bloody unfortunately i had a connection error and it all deleted. Overall, this is a must have book.
A Nice Read, 27 Jan 2008
I don't like Batista and was surprised that he made 300 pages plus. Still I gave this book a try and it shone. He had such a sad life and this is a compelling read. I suggest you give it a try.
The only other I have read is Adam Copeland on Edge (my fav) and it wa published back when he had a neck injury in 2003. It was nice to read something that is slightly more up-to-date.
It alsos teaches you about working wrestling matches and how to actually appreciate a match and each WWE show has become more watchable since.
Unleash the Animal, 25 Jan 2008
Batista Unleashed
WWE Professional Wrestler, Dave Batista documents over three hundred pages of his life with the help of sports writer Jeremy Roberts to bring you "Batista Unleashed".
Dave explains all the different experiences in his life, being brought up by his single mother in Washington D.C. Lifting weights as a teenager led him into a string of jobs working as a Bouncer and then becoming professional Body Building in his early thirties.
After crippling experience he leaves the world of Body Building and attempts to break into the world of Professional Wrestling, at first being told he's "too old", "he'll never make it", years later he wins the World Heavyweight Championship at the companies most prestigious pay-per-views of the year; "Wrestlemania".
A Lions Tale: Around the World in Spandex, 21 Aug 2008
WWE luminary Chris Jericho tells the story of his vivacious life, from the days of being a rebellious teenager listening to rock and roll to when he joins Stu Hart's infamous wrestling dungeon. He follows in the steps of his idols fighting the independent wrestling circuit and makes a name for himself in Mexico and Japan. He reaches his peak when joining the WWF in 1999 and becoming their Undisputed World Champion December 2001. This is a great and amusing read for most audiences; Jericho pulls no punches and has an entertaining sense of humour to go with it.
Pure brilliance , 14 Jun 2008
this is the best book ive ever read it tells jerichos life brilliantly taking us through the ups and downs of wrestling. i recomend this to anybody wrestling fan or not you will enjoy it.
A Sequel Is On It's Way, So Buy A Lion's Tale Right Now~!, 12 Apr 2008
This book is superb. It's the most entertaining wrestling book I've ever read, and as a journey there are few as unique as that of Chris Jericho. If you are looking at this page and therefore have a modicom of interest in this book, buy it immediately.
The purpose for this review is actually to address one issue. In a number of the reviews you'll read on this page; the principle gripe is with where the book ends; i.e. with the countdown to Jericho's August 1999 WWF debut. There is good news. A second book is in development.
Jericho has confirmed the release of a second book via Lance Storm's official website, StormWrestling.com. He wrote an article on Storm's website regarding his book and the reaction to it thus far. Jericho said the first book left the book open for a sequel because the first one only focuses on the stage in his life in which he is trying to achieve his dream of joining WWE. Once he got to WWE, that stage in his life was over. He has signed a new book deal for the second book with Grand Central. The second book will be called "Undisputed Attitude," which as you would imagine, will be an indepth look into his WWE tenure. The title is a reference to both the Attitude Era and his Undisputed Championship reign. It is also an homage to the Slayer compilation album of the same name. The second book will be released in the US and Canada in Autumn 2009, with a UK release following shortly after that.
Hope that helps you guys out. In the meantime, pick up this book. Even if you've never watched professional wrestling, this book will entertain you. Jericho's writing style is very inviting, witty and down to earth, with more Spinal Tap references than you can shake a stick at.
a must-read for all jericoholics, 25 Mar 2008
I love this book - funny, insightful, touching, and inspiring.
Y2J is clearly a wrestling fan and comes across as a fan of the business, which is great. Jericho doesn't sugar coat anything in this book, and discusses his travels and life on the road with an honesty that is lacking in other autobiographies. This book covers Jericho until his count down to 'the millenium' i.e. joining the wwe with the familiar clock countdown.
My only gripe with this book (and I stress this is my ONLY issue with the entire book) is that is did not cover his WWE (then WWF) days. The book stops as the countdown hits zero and Jericho walks through the WWE curtain for the first time to interupt the rock (and if you didnt see it look for it on youtube - very funny segment).
Destination WWF/E, 18 Mar 2008
This is one of the funniest wrestling books out there. I always find it strange when some of the best promo people in wrestling always say that they are shy and introverted. Does not sound the Y2J I and millions and millions of people do know. Y2J takes you on a round the world trip of the wrestling territories; he starts and finishes the book with the count down to his WWE début. Which leaves the book open for a sequal for his WWE years.
A Lions Tale: Around the World in Spandex, 21 Aug 2008
WWE luminary Chris Jericho tells the story of his vivacious life, from the days of being a rebellious teenager listening to rock and roll to when he joins Stu Hart's infamous wrestling dungeon. He follows in the steps of his idols fighting the independent wrestling circuit and makes a name for himself in Mexico and Japan. He reaches his peak when joining the WWF in 1999 and becoming their Undisputed World Champion December 2001. This is a great and amusing read for most audiences; Jericho pulls no punches and has an entertaining sense of humour to go with it.
Pure brilliance , 14 Jun 2008
this is the best book ive ever read it tells jerichos life brilliantly taking us through the ups and downs of wrestling. i recomend this to anybody wrestling fan or not you will enjoy it.
A Sequel Is On It's Way, So Buy A Lion's Tale Right Now~!, 12 Apr 2008
This book is superb. It's the most entertaining wrestling book I've ever read, and as a journey there are few as unique as that of Chris Jericho. If you are looking at this page and therefore have a modicom of interest in this book, buy it immediately.
The purpose for this review is actually to address one issue. In a number of the reviews you'll read on this page; the principle gripe is with where the book ends; i.e. with the countdown to Jericho's August 1999 WWF debut. There is good news. A second book is in development.
Jericho has confirmed the release of a second book via Lance Storm's official website, StormWrestling.com. He wrote an article on Storm's website regarding his book and the reaction to it thus far. Jericho said the first book left the book open for a sequel because the first one only focuses on the stage in his life in which he is trying to achieve his dream of joining WWE. Once he got to WWE, that stage in his life was over. He has signed a new book deal for the second book with Grand Central. The second book will be called "Undisputed Attitude," which as you would imagine, will be an indepth look into his WWE tenure. The title is a reference to both the Attitude Era and his Undisputed Championship reign. It is also an homage to the Slayer compilation album of the same name. The second book will be released in the US and Canada in Autumn 2009, with a UK release following shortly after that.
Hope that helps you guys out. In the meantime, pick up this book. Even if you've never watched professional wrestling, this book will entertain you. Jericho's writing style is very inviting, witty and down to earth, with more Spinal Tap references than you can shake a stick at.
a must-read for all jericoholics, 25 Mar 2008
I love this book - funny, insightful, touching, and inspiring.
Y2J is clearly a wrestling fan and comes across as a fan of the business, which is great. Jericho doesn't sugar coat anything in this book, and discusses his travels and life on the road with an honesty that is lacking in other autobiographies. This book covers Jericho until his count down to 'the millenium' i.e. joining the wwe with the familiar clock countdown.
My only gripe with this book (and I stress this is my ONLY issue with the entire book) is that is did not cover his WWE (then WWF) days. The book stops as the countdown hits zero and Jericho walks through the WWE curtain for the first time to interupt the rock (and if you didnt see it look for it on youtube - very funny segment).
Destination WWF/E, 18 Mar 2008
This is one of the funniest wrestling books out there. I always find it strange when some of the best promo people in wrestling always say that they are shy and introverted. Does not sound the Y2J I and millions and millions of people do know. Y2J takes you on a round the world trip of the wrestling territories; he starts and finishes the book with the count down to his WWE début. Which leaves the book open for a sequal for his WWE years.
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THE ANIMAL!!, 29 Sep 2008
Great read to be honest, really opens your eyes to what batista has been through to get where he is and also touches on personal issues hes had.
Would recommend! Great book!
The Animal unleashes his life on you!, 07 Mar 2008
As much as I enjoy reading auto-biogs on wrestlers, I often find it hard to really get into a story and enjoy it. Don't get me wrong, I finish the books, but it takes me a while. Not with this. I can't seem to put it down. Not since Mick Foley's Hardcore Diary have I enjoyed a book so much. Batista gives you a no holds barred look into his life, from growing up on the streets of Washington to his very first win at WrestleMania. Batista tells it how it is and isn't afraid to speak the truth.
INSPIRING AND ALWAYS PUSHING THROUGH, 16 Feb 2008
This is a truly inspiring book for any WWE or wrestling fan out there. it talks about his younger life and stories about him being doubted by other wrestlers. I wrote a much bettter and nicer review but bloody unfortunately i had a connection error and it all deleted. Overall, this is a must have book.
A Nice Read, 27 Jan 2008
I don't like Batista and was surprised that he made 300 pages plus. Still I gave this book a try and it shone. He had such a sad life and this is a compelling read. I suggest you give it a try.
The only other I have read is Adam Copeland on Edge (my fav) and it wa published back when he had a neck injury in 2003. It was nice to read something that is slightly more up-to-date.
It alsos teaches you about working wrestling matches and how to actually appreciate a match and each WWE show has become more watchable since.
Unleash the Animal, 25 Jan 2008
Batista Unleashed
WWE Professional Wrestler, Dave Batista documents over three hundred pages of his life with the help of sports writer Jeremy Roberts to bring you "Batista Unleashed".
Dave explains all the different experiences in his life, being brought up by his single mother in Washington D.C. Lifting weights as a teenager led him into a string of jobs working as a Bouncer and then becoming professional Body Building in his early thirties.
After crippling experience he leaves the world of Body Building and attempts to break into the world of Professional Wrestling, at first being told he's "too old", "he'll never make it", years later he wins the World Heavyweight Championship at the companies most prestigious pay-per-views of the year; "Wrestlemania".
A Lions Tale: Around the World in Spandex, 21 Aug 2008
WWE luminary Chris Jericho tells the story of his vivacious life, from the days of being a rebellious teenager listening to rock and roll to when he joins Stu Hart's infamous wrestling dungeon. He follows in the steps of his idols fighting the independent wrestling circuit and makes a name for himself in Mexico and Japan. He reaches his peak when joining the WWF in 1999 and becoming their Undisputed World Champion December 2001. This is a great and amusing read for most audiences; Jericho pulls no punches and has an entertaining sense of humour to go with it.
Pure brilliance , 14 Jun 2008
this is the best book ive ever read it tells jerichos life brilliantly taking us through the ups and downs of wrestling. i recomend this to anybody wrestling fan or not you will enjoy it.
A Sequel Is On It's Way, So Buy A Lion's Tale Right Now~!, 12 Apr 2008
This book is superb. It's the most entertaining wrestling book I've ever read, and as a journey there are few as unique as that of Chris Jericho. If you are looking at this page and therefore have a modicom of interest in this book, buy it immediately.
The purpose for this review is actually to address one issue. In a number of the reviews you'll read on this page; the principle gripe is with where the book ends; i.e. with the countdown to Jericho's August 1999 WWF debut. There is good news. A second book is in development.
Jericho has confirmed the release of a second book via Lance Storm's official website, StormWrestling.com. He wrote an article on Storm's website regarding his book and the reaction to it thus far. Jericho said the first book left the book open for a sequel because the first one only focuses on the stage in his life in which he is trying to achieve his dream of joining WWE. Once he got to WWE, that stage in his life was over. He has signed a new book deal for the second book with Grand Central. The second book will be called "Undisputed Attitude," which as you would imagine, will be an indepth look into his WWE tenure. The title is a reference to both the Attitude Era and his Undisputed Championship reign. It is also an homage to the Slayer compilation album of the same name. The second book will be released in the US and Canada in Autumn 2009, with a UK release following shortly after that.
Hope that helps you guys out. In the meantime, pick up this book. Even if you've never watched professional wrestling, this book will entertain you. Jericho's writing style is very inviting, witty and down to earth, with more Spinal Tap references than you can shake a stick at.
a must-read for all jericoholics, 25 Mar 2008
I love this book - funny, insightful, touching, and inspiring.
Y2J is clearly a wrestling fan and comes across as a fan of the business, which is great. Jericho doesn't sugar coat anything in this book, and discusses his travels and life on the road with an honesty that is lacking in other autobiographies. This book covers Jericho until his count down to 'the millenium' i.e. joining the wwe with the familiar clock countdown.
My only gripe with this book (and I stress this is my ONLY issue with the entire book) is that is did not cover his WWE (then WWF) days. The book stops as the countdown hits zero and Jericho walks through the WWE curtain for the first time to interupt the rock (and if you didnt see it look for it on youtube - very funny segment).
Destination WWF/E, 18 Mar 2008
This is one of the funniest wrestling books out there. I always find it strange when some of the best promo people in wrestling always say that they are shy and introverted. Does not sound the Y2J I and millions and millions of people do know. Y2J takes you on a round the world trip of the wrestling territories; he starts and finishes the book with the count down to his WWE début. Which leaves the book open for a sequal for his WWE years.
A Lions Tale: Around the World in Spandex, 21 Aug 2008
WWE luminary Chris Jericho tells the story of his vivacious life, from the days of being a rebellious teenager listening to rock and roll to when he joins Stu Hart's infamous wrestling dungeon. He follows in the steps of his idols fighting the independent wrestling circuit and makes a name for himself in Mexico and Japan. He reaches his peak when joining the WWF in 1999 and becoming their Undisputed World Champion December 2001. This is a great and amusing read for most audiences; Jericho pulls no punches and has an entertaining sense of humour to go with it.
Pure brilliance , 14 Jun 2008
this is the best book ive ever read it tells jerichos life brilliantly taking us through the ups and downs of wrestling. i recomend this to anybody wrestling fan or not you will enjoy it.
A Sequel Is On It's Way, So Buy A Lion's Tale Right Now~!, 12 Apr 2008
This book is superb. It's the most entertaining wrestling book I've ever read, and as a journey there are few as unique as that of Chris Jericho. If you are looking at this page and therefore have a modicom of interest in this book, buy it immediately.
The purpose for this review is actually to address one issue. In a number of the reviews you'll read on this page; the principle gripe is with where the book ends; i.e. with the countdown to Jericho's August 1999 WWF debut. There is good news. A second book is in development.
Jericho has confirmed the release of a second book via Lance Storm's official website, StormWrestling.com. He wrote an article on Storm's website regarding his book and the reaction to it thus far. Jericho said the first book left the book open for a sequel because the first one only focuses on the stage in his life in which he is trying to achieve his dream of joining WWE. Once he got to WWE, that stage in his life was over. He has signed a new book deal for the second book with Grand Central. The second book will be called "Undisputed Attitude," which as you would imagine, will be an indepth look into his WWE tenure. The title is a reference to both the Attitude Era and his Undisputed Championship reign. It is also an homage to the Slayer compilation album of the same name. The second book will be released in the US and Canada in Autumn 2009, with a UK release following shortly after that.
Hope that helps you guys out. In the meantime, pick up this book. Even if you've never watched professional wrestling, this book will entertain you. Jericho's writing style is very inviting, witty and down to earth, with more Spinal Tap references than you can shake a stick at.
a must-read for all jericoholics, 25 Mar 2008
I love this book - funny, insightful, touching, and inspiring.
Y2J is clearly a wrestling fan and comes across as a fan of the business, which is great. Jericho doesn't sugar coat anything in this book, and discusses his travels and life on the road with an honesty that is lacking in other autobiographies. This book covers Jericho until his count down to 'the millenium' i.e. joining the wwe with the familiar clock countdown.
My only gripe with this book (and I stress this is my ONLY issue with the entire book) is that is did not cover his WWE (then WWF) days. The book stops as the countdown hits zero and Jericho walks through the WWE curtain for the first time to interupt the rock (and if you didnt see it look for it on youtube - very funny segment).
Destination WWF/E, 18 Mar 2008
This is one of the funniest wrestling books out there. I always find it strange when some of the best promo people in wrestling always say that they are shy and introverted. Does not sound the Y2J I and millions and millions of people do know. Y2J takes you on a round the world trip of the wrestling territories; he starts and finishes the book with the count down to his WWE début. Which leaves the book open for a sequal for his WWE years.
Simply awful, 18 Sep 2008
This is an awful book whose timeology is messed up and who blaimes hogan for wcw collapsing even though he was the only guy to ever make them profitable. It fails to mention wrestling is cyclical and brings up so many things that culd not have caused the death of wcw like scott steiner saying "why don't you get a sex change so you have the balls to confront me" but if they'd been using disses like this every week they would not have gone bust. Shoddy and badly researched
An absolutely brilliant read., 25 Apr 2008
With Nash and Hall, Bischoff, Hogan and Russo all coming out in recent years with their own lame justifications of how it wasn't them who "killed" WCW, this book does a fantastic job of just presenting the facts, and the truth that every single one of them played a part in the downfall of the company. Particularly after reading Bischoff's book and hearing interviews with Nash, it is very refreshing to read what is a completely objective and entertaining review of who it was who ruined the company. There is almost nothing in the book that Nash and co could turn around and dispute and maybe the only problem is that the book was made prior to Nash etc coming out with their excuses so that each and every one of them could be torn apart and exposed as complete nonsense. In particular, it becomes clear that the problems with "higher ups" that Bischoff likes to cite as his downfall played a very minor role in reality compared to the other nonsense such as PPVs involving motorbikes, the Tonight show etc.
The great thing about this book though is that they don't push anybody in particular as being the main reason, and the reader can come away with their own views. Either way, its a hilarious and thoroughly entertaining analysis of how it all went wrong down in dubya c dubya land. An absolute must read.
Quite simply a great book, 16 Nov 2007
The Death of WCW is without question one of the most interesting and entertaining wrestling books I have read.It is both informative, entertaining and gripping.While initially I found the start covered no new ground which always gets discussed everywhere (eg Ted Turner purchase, Hogan debut, start of Nitro etc etc),once it approached '98 and onwards it was mind blowing some of the stuff they were doing,which I either supressed or just forgot about.Having been a big fan of WCW, it was both funny and depressing being reminded of what happened to once a great company.Combined with the facts and figures which support all the claims (eg tv ratings and buy rates) -this is one great book.
Great read, stayed up to 6AM to finish it!, 22 Sep 2007
This is a fantastic read, while i myself stopped watching around 1999, i never realised just HOW bad WCW got and you know the worst thing? it was all totally avoidable. great book, informative and you will not believe some of the things that the "big wigs" in that company did, haha, it was wince-inducing in places, and funny! thorougly recommend this book to any wrestling fan of the past or present. 5 STARS
How not to do it., 16 Oct 2006
This book is essential reading for anyone wanting to know, not just how NOT to operate a wrestling promotion,but how not to make acomplete Horlicks of any business.
Opportunities were wasted, assets devalued and squandered (Frequently deliberately)and the "workforce" was left demoralised and resentful.
The whole, sad story is told in entertaining and informative style by writers genuinely horrified at what was allowed to happen.
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THE ANIMAL!!, 29 Sep 2008
Great read to be honest, really opens your eyes to what batista has been through to get where he is and also touches on personal issues hes had.
Would recommend! Great book!
The Animal unleashes his life on you!, 07 Mar 2008
As much as I enjoy reading auto-biogs on wrestlers, I often find it hard to really get into a story and enjoy it. Don't get me wrong, I finish the books, but it takes me a while. Not with this. I can't seem to put it down. Not since Mick Foley's Hardcore Diary have I enjoyed a book so much. Batista gives you a no holds barred look into his life, from growing up on the streets of Washington to his very first win at WrestleMania. Batista tells it how it is and isn't afraid to speak the truth.
INSPIRING AND ALWAYS PUSHING THROUGH, 16 Feb 2008
This is a truly inspiring book for any WWE or wrestling fan out there. it talks about his younger life and stories about him being doubted by other wrestlers. I wrote a much bettter and nicer review but bloody unfortunately i had a connection error and it all deleted. Overall, this is a must have book.
A Nice Read, 27 Jan 2008
I don't like Batista and was surprised that he made 300 pages plus. Still I gave this book a try and it shone. He had such a sad life and this is a compelling read. I suggest you give it a try.
The only other I have read is Adam Copeland on Edge (my fav) and it wa published back when he had a neck injury in 2003. It was nice to read something that is slightly more up-to-date.
It alsos teaches you about working wrestling matches and how to actually appreciate a match and each WWE show has become more watchable since.
Unleash the Animal, 25 Jan 2008
Batista Unleashed
WWE Professional Wrestler, Dave Batista documents over three hundred pages of his life with the help of sports writer Jeremy Roberts to bring you "Batista Unleashed".
Dave explains all the different experiences in his life, being brought up by his single mother in Washington D.C. Lifting weights as a teenager led him into a string of jobs working as a Bouncer and then becoming professional Body Building in his early thirties.
After crippling experience he leaves the world of Body Building and attempts to break into the world of Professional Wrestling, at first being told he's "too old", "he'll never make it", years later he wins the World Heavyweight Championship at the companies most prestigious pay-per-views of the year; "Wrestlemania".
A Lions Tale: Around the World in Spandex, 21 Aug 2008
WWE luminary Chris Jericho tells the story of his vivacious life, from the days of being a rebellious teenager listening to rock and roll to when he joins Stu Hart's infamous wrestling dungeon. He follows in the steps of his idols fighting the independent wrestling circuit and makes a name for himself in Mexico and Japan. He reaches his peak when joining the WWF in 1999 and becoming their Undisputed World Champion December 2001. This is a great and amusing read for most audiences; Jericho pulls no punches and has an entertaining sense of humour to go with it.
Pure brilliance , 14 Jun 2008
this is the best book ive ever read it tells jerichos life brilliantly taking us through the ups and downs of wrestling. i recomend this to anybody wrestling fan or not you will enjoy it.
A Sequel Is On It's Way, So Buy A Lion's Tale Right Now~!, 12 Apr 2008
This book is superb. It's the most entertaining wrestling book I've ever read, and as a journey there are few as unique as that of Chris Jericho. If you are looking at this page and therefore have a modicom of interest in this book, buy it immediately.
The purpose for this review is actually to address one issue. In a number of the reviews you'll read on this page; the principle gripe is with where the book ends; i.e. with the countdown to Jericho's August 1999 WWF debut. There is good news. A second book is in development.
Jericho has confirmed the release of a second book via Lance Storm's official website, StormWrestling.com. He wrote an article on Storm's website regarding his book and the reaction to it thus far. Jericho said the first book left the book open for a sequel because the first one only focuses on the stage in his life in which he is trying to achieve his dream of joining WWE. Once he got to WWE, that stage in his life was over. He has signed a new book deal for the second book with Grand Central. The second book will be called "Undisputed Attitude," which as you would imagine, will be an indepth look into his WWE tenure. The title is a reference to both the Attitude Era and his Undisputed Championship reign. It is also an homage to the Slayer compilation album of the same name. The second book will be released in the US and Canada in Autumn 2009, with a UK release following shortly after that.
Hope that helps you guys out. In the meantime, pick up this book. Even if you've never watched professional wrestling, this book will entertain you. Jericho's writing style is very inviting, witty and down to earth, with more Spinal Tap references than you can shake a stick at.
a must-read for all jericoholics, 25 Mar 2008
I love this book - funny, insightful, touching, and inspiring.
Y2J is clearly a wrestling fan and comes across as a fan of the business, which is great. Jericho doesn't sugar coat anything in this book, and discusses his travels and life on the road with an honesty that is lacking in other autobiographies. This book covers Jericho until his count down to 'the millenium' i.e. joining the wwe with the familiar clock countdown.
My only gripe with this book (and I stress this is my ONLY issue with the entire book) is that is did not cover his WWE (then WWF) days. The book stops as the countdown hits zero and Jericho walks through the WWE curtain for the first time to interupt the rock (and if you didnt see it look for it on youtube - very funny segment).
Destination WWF/E, 18 Mar 2008
This is one of the funniest wrestling books out there. I always find it strange when some of the best promo people in wrestling always say that they are shy and introverted. Does not sound the Y2J I and millions and millions of people do know. Y2J takes you on a round the world trip of the wrestling territories; he starts and finishes the book with the count down to his WWE début. Which leaves the book open for a sequal for his WWE years.
A Lions Tale: Around the World in Spandex, 21 Aug 2008
WWE luminary Chris Jericho tells the story of his vivacious life, from the days of being a rebellious teenager listening to rock and roll to when he joins Stu Hart's infamous wrestling dungeon. He follows in the steps of his idols fighting the independent wrestling circuit and makes a name for himself in Mexico and Japan. He reaches his peak when joining the WWF in 1999 and becoming their Undisputed World Champion December 2001. This is a great and amusing read for most audiences; Jericho pulls no punches and has an entertaining sense of humour to go with it.
Pure brilliance , 14 Jun 2008
this is the best book ive ever read it tells jerichos life brilliantly taking us through the ups and downs of wrestling. i recomend this to anybody wrestling fan or not you will enjoy it.
A Sequel Is On It's Way, So Buy A Lion's Tale Right Now~!, 12 Apr 2008
This book is superb. It's the most entertaining wrestling book I've ever read, and as a journey there are few as unique as that of Chris Jericho. If you are looking at this page and therefore have a modicom of interest in this book, buy it immediately.
The purpose for this review is actually to address one issue. In a number of the reviews you'll read on this page; the principle gripe is with where the book ends; i.e. with the countdown to Jericho's August 1999 WWF debut. There is good news. A second book is in development.
Jericho has confirmed the release of a second book via Lance Storm's official website, StormWrestling.com. He wrote an article on Storm's website regarding his book and the reaction to it thus far. Jericho said the first book left the book open for a sequel because the first one only focuses on the stage in his life in which he is trying to achieve his dream of joining WWE. Once he got to WWE, that stage in his life was over. He has signed a new book deal for the second book with Grand Central. The second book will be called "Undisputed Attitude," which as you would imagine, will be an indepth look into his WWE tenure. The title is a reference to both the Attitude Era and his Undisputed Championship reign. It is also an homage to the Slayer compilation album of the same name. The second book will be released in the US and Canada in Autumn 2009, with a UK release following shortly after that.
Hope that helps you guys out. In the meantime, pick up this book. Even if you've never watched professional wrestling, this book will entertain you. Jericho's writing style is very inviting, witty and down to earth, with more Spinal Tap references than you can shake a stick at.
a must-read for all jericoholics, 25 Mar 2008
I love this book - funny, insightful, touching, and inspiring.
Y2J is clearly a wrestling fan and comes across as a fan of the business, which is great. Jericho doesn't sugar coat anything in this book, and discusses his travels and life on the road with an honesty that is lacking in other autobiographies. This book covers Jericho until his count down to 'the millenium' i.e. joining the wwe with the familiar clock countdown.
My only gripe with this book (and I stress this is my ONLY issue with the entire book) is that is did not cover his WWE (then WWF) days. The book stops as the countdown hits zero and Jericho walks through the WWE curtain for the first time to interupt the rock (and if you didnt see it look for it on youtube - very funny segment).
Destination WWF/E, 18 Mar 2008
This is one of the funniest wrestling books out there. I always find it strange when some of the best promo people in wrestling always say that they are shy and introverted. Does not sound the Y2J I and millions and millions of people do know. Y2J takes you on a round the world trip of the wrestling territories; he starts and finishes the book with the count down to his WWE début. Which leaves the book open for a sequal for his WWE years.
Simply awful, 18 Sep 2008
This is an awful book whose timeology is messed up and who blaimes hogan for wcw collapsing even though he was the only guy to ever make them profitable. It fails to mention wrestling is cyclical and brings up so many things that culd not have caused the death of wcw like scott steiner saying "why don't you get a sex change so you have the balls to confront me" but if they'd been using disses like this every week they would not have gone bust. Shoddy and badly researched
An absolutely brilliant read., 25 Apr 2008
With Nash and Hall, Bischoff, Hogan and Russo all coming out in recent years with their own lame justifications of how it wasn't them who "killed" WCW, this book does a fantastic job of just presenting the facts, and the truth that every single one of them played a part in the downfall of the company. Particularly after reading Bischoff's book and hearing interviews with Nash, it is very refreshing to read what is a completely objective and entertaining review of who it was who ruined the company. There is almost nothing in the book that Nash and co could turn around and dispute and maybe the only problem is that the book was made prior to Nash etc coming out with their excuses so that each and every one of them could be torn apart and exposed as complete nonsense. In particular, it becomes clear that the problems with "higher ups" that Bischoff likes to cite as his downfall played a very minor role in reality compared to the other nonsense such as PPVs involving motorbikes, the Tonight show etc.
The great thing about this book though is that they don't push anybody in particular as being the main reason, and the reader can come away with their own views. Either way, its a hilarious and thoroughly entertaining analysis of how it all went wrong down in dubya c dubya land. An absolute must read.
Quite simply a great book, 16 Nov 2007
The Death of WCW is without question one of the most interesting and entertaining wrestling books I have read.It is both informative, entertaining and gripping.While initially I found the start covered no new ground which always gets discussed everywhere (eg Ted Turner purchase, Hogan debut, start of Nitro etc etc),once it approached '98 and onwards it was mind blowing some of the stuff they were doing,which I either supressed or just forgot about.Having been a big fan of WCW, it was both funny and depressing being reminded of what happened to once a great company.Combined with the facts and figures which support all the claims (eg tv ratings and buy rates) -this is one great book.
Great read, stayed up to 6AM to finish it!, 22 Sep 2007
This is a fantastic read, while i myself stopped watching around 1999, i never realised just HOW bad WCW got and you know the worst thing? it was all totally avoidable. great book, informative and you will not believe some of the things that the "big wigs" in that company did, haha, it was wince-inducing in places, and funny! thorougly recommend this book to any wrestling fan of the past or present. 5 STARS
How not to do it., 16 Oct 2006
This book is essential reading for anyone wanting to know, not just how NOT to operate a wrestling promotion,but how not to make acomplete Horlicks of any business.
Opportunities were wasted, assets devalued and squandered (Frequently deliberately)and the "workforce" was left demoralised and resentful.
The whole, sad story is told in entertaining and informative style by writers genuinely horrified at what was allowed to happen.
great book, 06 Sep 2008
Really bought those great feelings back from the late 70's and 80's. If you can remember the Million Dollar Man then you'll love his autobiography.
Rushed, 20 Jun 2008
I accidently discovered this book on amazon and bought it immediately. When it turned up I was surprised to see that it was really quite small (just under 300 pages I think) considering Ted DiBiase is 50 odd years old I find that to be far too short. The 1st few chapters are good up until the point when he starts talking about his time in the WWF, which is the main reason most people would've bought the book. He gives that period 1 chapter in which he gives a vague description of his time there and makes next to no mention of any other wrestlers and what they like back stage. A large chunk of the book is taken up of other people saying great he is which wouldn't be so bad if the book was 500 pages instead of 300. My main frustration came when he described on how he was commentating for the 1st time at the Royal Rumble and then mentioned that 2 Kings of the ring were crowned that night in Bret Hart and Lex Luger (?????????? WTF!!!!!) It was clearly ghostwritten and not very well ghostwritten which is a shame because I would've been interested to read some more storys about the backstage antics at WWF/E and WCW. Oh well never mind just have to wait until Hitman comes out over here at a reasonable price.
Simply Priceless!, 14 Jun 2008
this is a brilliant book possibly the best book wwe has ever produced. this tells the story of one of the most contriversial figures in wrestling history. it will take you through the ups and downs of the wrestling buisness and the birth of the million dollar title. this is not only a book for wretling fans but will be fun to read for everyone.
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Customer Reviews
THE ANIMAL!!, 29 Sep 2008
Great read to be honest, really opens your eyes to what batista has been through to get where he is and also touches on personal issues hes had.
Would recommend! Great book!
The Animal unleashes his life on you!, 07 Mar 2008
As much as I enjoy reading auto-biogs on wrestlers, I often find it hard to really get into a story and enjoy it. Don't get me wrong, I finish the books, but it takes me a while. Not with this. I can't seem to put it down. Not since Mick Foley's Hardcore Diary have I enjoyed a book so much. Batista gives you a no holds barred look into his life, from growing up on the streets of Washington to his very first win at WrestleMania. Batista tells it how it is and isn't afraid to speak the truth.
INSPIRING AND ALWAYS PUSHING THROUGH, 16 Feb 2008
This is a truly inspiring book for any WWE or wrestling fan out there. it talks about his younger life and stories about him being doubted by other wrestlers. I wrote a much bettter and nicer review but bloody unfortunately i had a connection error and it all deleted. Overall, this is a must have book.
A Nice Read, 27 Jan 2008
I don't like Batista and was surprised that he made 300 pages plus. Still I gave this book a try and it shone. He had such a sad life and this is a compelling read. I suggest you give it a try.
The only other I have read is Adam Copeland on Edge (my fav) and it wa published back when he had a neck injury in 2003. It was nice to read something that is slightly more up-to-date.
It alsos teaches you about working wrestling matches and how to actually appreciate a match and each WWE show has become more watchable since.
Unleash the Animal, 25 Jan 2008
Batista Unleashed
WWE Professional Wrestler, Dave Batista documents over three hundred pages of his life with the help of sports writer Jeremy Roberts to bring you "Batista Unleashed".
Dave explains all the different experiences in his life, being brought up by his single mother in Washington D.C. Lifting weights as a teenager led him into a string of jobs working as a Bouncer and then becoming professional Body Building in his early thirties.
After crippling experience he leaves the world of Body Building and attempts to break into the world of Professional Wrestling, at first being told he's "too old", "he'll never make it", years later he wins the World Heavyweight Championship at the companies most prestigious pay-per-views of the year; "Wrestlemania".
A Lions Tale: Around the World in Spandex, 21 Aug 2008
WWE luminary Chris Jericho tells the story of his vivacious life, from the days of being a rebellious teenager listening to rock and roll to when he joins Stu Hart's infamous wrestling dungeon. He follows in the steps of his idols fighting the independent wrestling circuit and makes a name for himself in Mexico and Japan. He reaches his peak when joining the WWF in 1999 and becoming their Undisputed World Champion December 2001. This is a great and amusing read for most audiences; Jericho pulls no punches and has an entertaining sense of humour to go with it.
Pure brilliance , 14 Jun 2008
this is the best book ive ever read it tells jerichos life brilliantly taking us through the ups and downs of wrestling. i recomend this to anybody wrestling fan or not you will enjoy it.
A Sequel Is On It's Way, So Buy A Lion's Tale Right Now~!, 12 Apr 2008
This book is superb. It's the most entertaining wrestling book I've ever read, and as a journey there are few as unique as that of Chris Jericho. If you are looking at this page and therefore have a modicom of interest in this book, buy it immediately.
The purpose for this review is actually to address one issue. In a number of the reviews you'll read on this page; the principle gripe is with where the book ends; i.e. with the countdown to Jericho's August 1999 WWF debut. There is good news. A second book is in development.
Jericho has confirmed the release of a second book via Lance Storm's official website, StormWrestling.com. He wrote an article on Storm's website regarding his book and the reaction to it thus far. Jericho said the first book left the book open for a sequel because the first one only focuses on the stage in his life in which he is trying to achieve his dream of joining WWE. Once he got to WWE, that stage in his life was over. He has signed a new book deal for the second book with Grand Central. The second book will be called "Undisputed Attitude," which as you would imagine, will be an indepth look into his WWE tenure. The title is a reference to both the Attitude Era and his Undisputed Championship reign. It is also an homage to the Slayer compilation album of the same name. The second book will be released in the US and Canada in Autumn 2009, with a UK release following shortly after that.
Hope that helps you guys out. In the meantime, pick up this book. Even if you've never watched professional wrestling, this book will entertain you. Jericho's writing style is very inviting, witty and down to earth, with more Spinal Tap references than you can shake a stick at.
a must-read for all jericoholics, 25 Mar 2008
I love this book - funny, insightful, touching, and inspiring.
Y2J is clearly a wrestling fan and comes across as a fan of the business, which is great. Jericho doesn't sugar coat anything in this book, and discusses his travels and life on the road with an honesty that is lacking in other autobiographies. This book covers Jericho until his count down to 'the millenium' i.e. joining the wwe with the familiar clock countdown.
My only gripe with this book (and I stress this is my ONLY issue with the entire book) is that is did not cover his WWE (then WWF) days. The book stops as the countdown hits zero and Jericho walks through the WWE curtain for the first time to interupt the rock (and if you didnt see it look for it on youtube - very funny segment).
Destination WWF/E, 18 Mar 2008
This is one of the funniest wrestling books out there. I always find it strange when some of the best promo people in wrestling always say that they are shy and introverted. Does not sound the Y2J I and millions and millions of people do know. Y2J takes you on a round the world trip of the wrestling territories; he starts and finishes the book with the count down to his WWE début. Which leaves the book open for a sequal for his WWE years.
A Lions Tale: Around the World in Spandex, 21 Aug 2008
WWE luminary Chris Jericho tells the story of his vivacious life, from the days of being a rebellious teenager listening to rock and roll to when he joins Stu Hart's infamous wrestling dungeon. He follows in the steps of his idols fighting the independent wrestling circuit and makes a name for himself in Mexico and Japan. He reaches his peak when joining the WWF in 1999 and becoming their Undisputed World Champion December 2001. This is a great and amusing read for most audiences; Jericho pulls no punches and has an entertaining sense of humour to go with it.
Pure brilliance , 14 Jun 2008
this is the best book ive ever read it tells jerichos life brilliantly taking us through the ups and downs of wrestling. i recomend this to anybody wrestling fan or not you will enjoy it.
A Sequel Is On It's Way, So Buy A Lion's Tale Right Now~!, 12 Apr 2008
This book is superb. It's the most entertaining wrestling book I've ever read, and as a journey there are few as unique as that of Chris Jericho. If you are looking at this page and therefore have a modicom of interest in this book, buy it immediately.
The purpose for this review is actually to address one issue. In a number of the reviews you'll read on this page; the principle gripe is with where the book ends; i.e. with the countdown to Jericho's August 1999 WWF debut. There is good news. A second book is in development.
Jericho has confirmed the release of a second book via Lance Storm's official website, StormWrestling.com. He wrote an article on Storm's website regarding his book and the reaction to it thus far. Jericho said the first book left the book open for a sequel because the first one only focuses on the stage in his life in which he is trying to achieve his dream of joining WWE. Once he got to WWE, that stage in his life was over. He has signed a new book deal for the second book with Grand Central. The second book will be called "Undisputed Attitude," which as you would imagine, will be an indepth look into his WWE tenure. The title is a reference to both the Attitude Era and his Undisputed Championship reign. It is also an homage to the Slayer compilation album of the same name. The second book will be released in the US and Canada in Autumn 2009, with a UK release following shortly after that.
Hope that helps you guys out. In the meantime, pick up this book. Even if you've never watched professional wrestling, this book will entertain you. Jericho's writing style is very inviting, witty and down to earth, with more Spinal Tap references than you can shake a stick at.
a must-read for all jericoholics, 25 Mar 2008
I love this book - funny, insightful, touching, and inspiring.
Y2J is clearly a wrestling fan and comes across as a fan of the business, which is great. Jericho doesn't sugar coat anything in this book, and discusses his travels and life on the road with an honesty that is lacking in other autobiographies. This book covers Jericho until his count down to 'the millenium' i.e. joining the wwe with the familiar clock countdown.
My only gripe with this book (and I stress this is my ONLY issue with the entire book) is that is did not cover his WWE (then WWF) days. The book stops as the countdown hits zero and Jericho walks through the WWE curtain for the first time to interupt the rock (and if you didnt see it look for it on youtube - very funny segment).
Destination WWF/E, 18 Mar 2008
This is one of the funniest wrestling books out there. I always find it strange when some of the best promo people in wrestling always say that they are shy and introverted. Does not sound the Y2J I and millions and millions of people do know. Y2J takes you on a round the world trip of the wrestling territories; he starts and finishes the book with the count down to his WWE début. Which leaves the book open for a sequal for his WWE years.
Simply awful, 18 Sep 2008
This is an awful book whose timeology is messed up and who blaimes hogan for wcw collapsing even though he was the only guy to ever make them profitable. It fails to mention wrestling is cyclical and brings up so many things that culd not have caused the death of wcw like scott steiner saying "why don't you get a sex change so you have the balls to confront me" but if they'd been using disses like this every week they would not have gone bust. Shoddy and badly researched
An absolutely brilliant read., 25 Apr 2008
With Nash and Hall, Bischoff, Hogan and Russo all coming out in recent years with their own lame justifications of how it wasn't them who "killed" WCW, this book does a fantastic job of just presenting the facts, and the truth that every single one of them played a part in the downfall of the company. Particularly after reading Bischoff's book and hearing interviews with Nash, it is very refreshing to read what is a completely objective and entertaining review of who it was who ruined the company. There is almost nothing in the book that Nash and co could turn around and dispute and maybe the only problem is that the book was made prior to Nash etc coming out with their excuses so that each and every one of them could be torn apart and exposed as complete nonsense. In particular, it becomes clear that the problems with "higher ups" that Bischoff likes to cite as his downfall played a very minor role in reality compared to the other nonsense such as PPVs involving motorbikes, the Tonight show etc.
The great thing about this book though is that they don't push anybody in particular as being the main reason, and the reader can come away with their own views. Either way, its a hilarious and thoroughly entertaining analysis of how it all went wrong down in dubya c dubya land. An absolute must read.
Quite simply a great book, 16 Nov 2007
The Death of WCW is without question one of the most interesting and entertaining wrestling books I have read.It is both informative, entertaining and gripping.While initially I found the start covered no new ground which always gets discussed everywhere (eg Ted Turner purchase, Hogan debut, start of Nitro etc etc),once it approached '98 and onwards it was mind blowing some of the stuff they were doing,which I either supressed or just forgot about.Having been a big fan of WCW, it was both funny and depressing being reminded of what happened to once a great company.Combined with the facts and figures which support all the claims (eg tv ratings and buy rates) -this is one great book.
Great read, stayed up to 6AM to finish it!, 22 Sep 2007
This is a fantastic read, while i myself stopped watching around 1999, i never realised just HOW bad WCW got and you know the worst thing? it was all totally avoidable. great book, informative and you will not believe some of the things that the "big wigs" in that company did, haha, it was wince-inducing in places, and funny! thorougly recommend this book to any wrestling fan of the past or present. 5 STARS
How not to do it., 16 Oct 2006
This book is essential reading for anyone wanting to know, not just how NOT to operate a wrestling promotion,but how not to make acomplete Horlicks of any business.
Opportunities were wasted, assets devalued and squandered (Frequently deliberately)and the "workforce" was left demoralised and resentful.
The whole, sad story is told in entertaining and informative style by writers genuinely horrified at what was allowed to happen.
great book, 06 Sep 2008
Really bought those great feelings back from the late 70's and 80's. If you can remember the Million Dollar Man then you'll love his autobiography.
Rushed, 20 Jun 2008
I accidently discovered this book on amazon and bought it immediately. When it turned up I was surprised to see that it was really quite small (just under 300 pages I think) considering Ted DiBiase is 50 odd years old I find that to be far too short. The 1st few chapters are good up until the point when he starts talking about his time in the WWF, which is the main reason most people would've bought the book. He gives that period 1 chapter in which he gives a vague description of his time there and makes next to no mention of any other wrestlers and what they like back stage. A large chunk of the book is taken up of other people saying great he is which wouldn't be so bad if the book was 500 pages instead of 300. My main frustration came when he described on how he was commentating for the 1st time at the Royal Rumble and then mentioned that 2 Kings of the ring were crowned that night in Bret Hart and Lex Luger (?????????? WTF!!!!!) It was clearly ghostwritten and not very well ghostwritten which is a shame because I would've been interested to read some more storys about the backstage antics at WWF/E and WCW. Oh well never mind just have to wait until Hitman comes out over here at a reasonable price.
Simply Priceless!, 14 Jun 2008
this is a brilliant book possibly the best book wwe has ever produced. this tells the story of one of the most contriversial figures in wrestling history. it will take you through the ups and downs of the wrestling buisness and the birth of the million dollar title. this is not only a book for wretling fans but will be fun to read for everyone.
Not as good as it could have been, 08 Sep 2008
First up i am a HUGE wrestling fan and so i brought this book as i thought it would give me an insight into some of the great matches edge has been involved in, it did but not as in depth as it could have been,The book reveals a lot about young edge and the fact that he once ran into the ring at a local promotion did a few spots got applause and that fuelled his desire to be a wrestler, its also far to short as a book on wrestling altough some of the ribs and dumb stuff he did sound very funny indeed e.g jumping out of a window into snow with the Hardys & Lita
Rated R super author, 27 Aug 2008
I have read many Wrestling autobiographies and very few come close to Mick Foley's, yet Adam Copeland on EDGE is right up there. The reason this book is so good is that like Foley, Edge wrote the book himself which makes the experience much more personal and funnier as nothing has been lost in translation by a ghost writer. That is the main problem with other autobiographies such as Stone Cold's, HBK's, Hulk Hogan's and even the legendary Ric Flair, but not this. The book covers Edge's life up to the return to the ring after neck surgery. The book is begging a sequel on his retirement and I for one can't wait. The book makes me watch Edge's in ring performances in a different light, and one with far more respect. A must have wrestling autobiography.
Amazingly Insightful!, 09 Jul 2008
This book has turned me into a total Edgehead! You wouldn't believe how much of wrestling is actually real! It's beautifully written, and full of comedy. I certainly hope Copeland writes a second book in the coming years!
My Fav Superstar - My Fav Book, 14 Mar 2008
Seen as Edge is my favourite superstar in WWE i thought why not.
So when i oredered it from amazon it quickly catapulted me into a world of wrestling that i enjoy so much. I found out about Edge's background, who he liked, didnt like, all the ins and outs of being a wrestler
ill leave it their but ill tell you one thing this is a MUST BUY for wrestlings fans or someone who just needs a Laugh out Loud book to read.
Hilarious, a fantastic biography., 29 Dec 2007
This book is the best auto-biographies i've read and you dont even need to be a wrestling fan to enjoy it. the stories that he writes about are great; wrestling in towns that are at -70C, breaking bones etc. This is a great wrestling auot-bio and it is actually written by adam copeland rather than using ghost writers like Batista and HBK. I cant recommend it enough its just fantastic some proper laugh out loud moments especially with the Hardy's and Christian.
If you are in any doubt about which book to buy this is the one to get by a mile.
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Customer Reviews
THE ANIMAL!!, 29 Sep 2008
Great read to be honest, really opens your eyes to what batista has been through to get where he is and also touches on personal issues hes had.
Would recommend! Great book!
The Animal unleashes his life on you!, 07 Mar 2008
As much as I enjoy reading auto-biogs on wrestlers, I often find it hard to really get into a story and enjoy it. Don't get me wrong, I finish the books, but it takes me a while. Not with this. I can't seem to put it down. Not since Mick Foley's Hardcore Diary have I enjoyed a book so much. Batista gives you a no holds barred look into his life, from growing up on the streets of Washington to his very first win at WrestleMania. Batista tells it how it is and isn't afraid to speak the truth.
INSPIRING AND ALWAYS PUSHING THROUGH, 16 Feb 2008
This is a truly inspiring book for any WWE or wrestling fan out there. it talks about his younger life and stories about him being doubted by other wrestlers. I wrote a much bettter and nicer review but bloody unfortunately i had a connection error and it all deleted. Overall, this is a must have book.
A Nice Read, 27 Jan 2008
I don't like Batista and was surprised that he made 300 pages plus. Still I gave this book a try and it shone. He had such a sad life and this is a compelling read. I suggest you give it a try.
The only other I have read is Adam Copeland on Edge (my fav) and it wa published back when he had a neck injury in 2003. It was nice to read something that is slightly more up-to-date.
It alsos teaches you about working wrestling matches and how to actually appreciate a match and each WWE show has become more watchable since.
Unleash the Animal, 25 Jan 2008
Batista Unleashed
WWE Professional Wrestler, Dave Batista documents over three hundred pages of his life with the help of sports writer Jeremy Roberts to bring you "Batista Unleashed".
Dave explains all the different experiences in his life, being brought up by his single mother in Washington D.C. Lifting weights as a teenager led him into a string of jobs working as a Bouncer and then becoming professional Body Building in his early thirties.
After crippling experience he leaves the world of Body Building and attempts to break into the world of Professional Wrestling, at first being told he's "too old", "he'll never make it", years later he wins the World Heavyweight Championship at the companies most prestigious pay-per-views of the year; "Wrestlemania".
A Lions Tale: Around the World in Spandex, 21 Aug 2008
WWE luminary Chris Jericho tells the story of his vivacious life, from the days of being a rebellious teenager listening to rock and roll to when he joins Stu Hart's infamous wrestling dungeon. He follows in the steps of his idols fighting the independent wrestling circuit and makes a name for himself in Mexico and Japan. He reaches his peak when joining the WWF in 1999 and becoming their Undisputed World Champion December 2001. This is a great and amusing read for most audiences; Jericho pulls no punches and has an entertaining sense of humour to go with it.
Pure brilliance , 14 Jun 2008
this is the best book ive ever read it tells jerichos life brilliantly taking us through the ups and downs of wrestling. i recomend this to anybody wrestling fan or not you will enjoy it.
A Sequel Is On It's Way, So Buy A Lion's Tale Right Now~!, 12 Apr 2008
This book is superb. It's the most entertaining wrestling book I've ever read, and as a journey there are few as unique as that of Chris Jericho. If you are looking at this page and therefore have a modicom of interest in this book, buy it immediately.
The purpose for this review is actually to address one issue. In a number of the reviews you'll read on this page; the principle gripe is with where the book ends; i.e. with the countdown to Jericho's August 1999 WWF debut. There is good news. A second book is in development.
Jericho has confirmed the release of a second book via Lance Storm's official website, StormWrestling.com. He wrote an article on Storm's website regarding his book and the reaction to it thus far. Jericho said the first book left the book open for a sequel because the first one only focuses on the stage in his life in which he is trying to achieve his dream of joining WWE. Once he got to WWE, that stage in his life was over. He has signed a new book deal for the second book with Grand Central. The second book will be called "Undisputed Attitude," which as you would imagine, will be an indepth look into his WWE tenure. The title is a reference to both the Attitude Era and his Undisputed Championship reign. It is also an homage to the Slayer compilation album of the same name. The second book will be released in the US and Canada in Autumn 2009, with a UK release following shortly after that.
Hope that helps you guys out. In the meantime, pick up this book. Even if you've never watched professional wrestling, this book will entertain you. Jericho's writing style is very inviting, witty and down to earth, with more Spinal Tap references than you can shake a stick at.
a must-read for all jericoholics, 25 Mar 2008
I love this book - funny, insightful, touching, and inspiring.
Y2J is clearly a wrestling fan and comes across as a fan of the business, which is great. Jericho doesn't sugar coat anything in this book, and discusses his travels and life on the road with an honesty that is lacking in other autobiographies. This book covers Jericho until his count down to 'the millenium' i.e. joining the wwe with the familiar clock countdown.
My only gripe with this book (and I stress this is my ONLY issue with the entire book) is that is did not cover his WWE (then WWF) days. The book stops as the countdown hits zero and Jericho walks through the WWE curtain for the first time to interupt the rock (and if you didnt see it look for it on youtube - very funny segment).
Destination WWF/E, 18 Mar 2008
This is one of the funniest wrestling books out there. I always find it strange when some of the best promo people in wrestling always say that they are shy and introverted. Does not sound the Y2J I and millions and millions of people do know. Y2J takes you on a round the world trip of the wrestling territories; he starts and finishes the book with the count down to his WWE début. Which leaves the book open for a sequal for his WWE years.
A Lions Tale: Around the World in Spandex, 21 Aug 2008
WWE luminary Chris Jericho tells the story of his vivacious life, from the days of being a rebellious teenager listening to rock and roll to when he joins Stu Hart's infamous wrestling dungeon. He follows in the steps of his idols fighting the independent wrestling circuit and makes a name for himself in Mexico and Japan. He reaches his peak when joining the WWF in 1999 and becoming their Undisputed World Champion December 2001. This is a great and amusing read for most audiences; Jericho pulls no punches and has an entertaining sense of humour to go with it.
Pure brilliance , 14 Jun 2008
this is the best book ive ever read it tells jerichos life brilliantly taking us through the ups and downs of wrestling. i recomend this to anybody wrestling fan or not you will enjoy it.
A Sequel Is On It's Way, So Buy A Lion's Tale Right Now~!, 12 Apr 2008
This book is superb. It's the most entertaining wrestling book I've ever read, and as a journey there are few as unique as that of Chris Jericho. If you are looking at this page and therefore have a modicom of interest in this book, buy it immediately.
The purpose for this review is actually to address one issue. In a number of the reviews you'll read on this page; the principle gripe is with where the book ends; i.e. with the countdown to Jericho's August 1999 WWF debut. There is good news. A second book is in development.
Jericho has confirmed the release of a second book via Lance Storm's official website, StormWrestling.com. He wrote an article on Storm's website regarding his book and the reaction to it thus far. Jericho said the first book left the book open for a sequel because the first one only focuses on the stage in his life in which he is trying to achieve his dream of joining WWE. Once he got to WWE, that stage in his life was over. He has signed a new book deal for the second book with Grand Central. The second book will be called "Undisputed Attitude," which as you would imagine, will be an indepth look into his WWE tenure. The title is a reference to both the Attitude Era and his Undisputed Championship reign. It is also an homage to the Slayer compilation album of the same name. The second book will be released in the US and Canada in Autumn 2009, with a UK release following shortly after that.
Hope that helps you guys out. In the meantime, pick up this book. Even if you've never watched professional wrestling, this book will entertain you. Jericho's writing style is very inviting, witty and down to earth, with more Spinal Tap references than you can shake a stick at.
a must-read for all jericoholics, 25 Mar 2008
I love this book - funny, insightful, touching, and inspiring.
Y2J is clearly a wrestling fan and comes across as a fan of the business, which is great. Jericho doesn't sugar coat anything in this book, and discusses his travels and life on the road with an honesty that is lacking in other autobiographies. This book covers Jericho until his count down to 'the millenium' i.e. joining the wwe with the familiar clock countdown.
My only gripe with this book (and I stress this is my ONLY issue with the entire book) is that is did not cover his WWE (then WWF) days. The book stops as the countdown hits zero and Jericho walks through the WWE curtain for the first time to interupt the rock (and if you didnt see it look for it on youtube - very funny segment).
Destination WWF/E, 18 Mar 2008
This is one of the funniest wrestling books out there. I always find it strange when some of the best promo people in wrestling always say that they are shy and introverted. Does not sound the Y2J I and millions and millions of people do know. Y2J takes you on a round the world trip of the wrestling territories; he starts and finishes the book with the count down to his WWE début. Which leaves the book open for a sequal for his WWE years.
Simply awful, 18 Sep 2008
This is an awful book whose timeology is messed up and who blaimes hogan for wcw collapsing even though he was the only guy to ever make them profitable. It fails to mention wrestling is cyclical and brings up so many things that culd not have caused the death of wcw like scott steiner saying "why don't you get a sex change so you have the balls to confront me" but if they'd been using disses like this every week they would not have gone bust. Shoddy and badly researched
An absolutely brilliant read., 25 Apr 2008
With Nash and Hall, Bischoff, Hogan and Russo all coming out in recent years with their own lame justifications of how it wasn't them who "killed" WCW, this book does a fantastic job of just presenting the facts, and the truth that every single one of them played a part in the downfall of the company. Particularly after reading Bischoff's book and hearing interviews with Nash, it is very refreshing to read what is a completely objective and entertaining review of who it was who ruined the company. There is almost nothing in the book that Nash and co could turn around and dispute and maybe the only problem is that the book was made prior to Nash etc coming out with their excuses so that each and every one of them could be torn apart and exposed as complete nonsense. In particular, it becomes clear that the problems with "higher ups" that Bischoff likes to cite as his downfall played a very minor role in reality compared to the other nonsense such as PPVs involving motorbikes, the Tonight show etc.
The great thing about this book though is that they don't push anybody in particular as being the main reason, and the reader can come away with their own views. Either way, its a hilarious and thoroughly entertaining analysis of how it all went wrong down in dubya c dubya land. An absolute must read.
Quite simply a great book, 16 Nov 2007
The Death of WCW is without question one of the most interesting and entertaining wrestling books I have read.It is both informative, entertaining and gripping.While initially I found the start covered no new ground which always gets discussed everywhere (eg Ted Turner purchase, Hogan debut, start of Nitro etc etc),once it approached '98 and onwards it was mind blowing some of the stuff they were doing,which I either supressed or just forgot about.Having been a big fan of WCW, it was both funny and depressing being reminded of what happened to once a great company.Combined with the facts and figures which support all the claims (eg tv ratings and buy rates) -this is one great book.
Great read, stayed up to 6AM to finish it!, 22 Sep 2007
This is a fantastic read, while i myself stopped watching around 1999, i never realised just HOW bad WCW got and you know the worst thing? it was all totally avoidable. great book, informative and you will not believe some of the things that the "big wigs" in that company did, haha, it was wince-inducing in places, and funny! thorougly recommend this book to any wrestling fan of the past or present. 5 STARS
How not to do it., 16 Oct 2006
This book is essential reading for anyone wanting to know, not just how NOT to operate a wrestling promotion,but how not to make acomplete Horlicks of any business.
Opportunities were wasted, assets devalued and squandered (Frequently deliberately)and the "workforce" was left demoralised and resentful.
The whole, sad story is told in entertaining and informative style by writers genuinely horrified at what was allowed to happen.
great book, 06 Sep 2008
Really bought those great feelings back from the late 70's and 80's. If you can remember the Million Dollar Man then you'll love his autobiography.
Rushed, 20 Jun 2008
I accidently discovered this book on amazon and bought it immediately. When it turned up I was surprised to see that it was really quite small (just under 300 pages I think) considering Ted DiBiase is 50 odd years old I find that to be far too short. The 1st few chapters are good up until the point when he starts talking about his time in the WWF, which is the main reason most people would've bought the book. He gives that period 1 chapter in which he gives a vague description of his time there and makes next to no mention of any other wrestlers and what they like back stage. A large chunk of the book is taken up of other people saying great he is which wouldn't be so bad if the book was 500 pages instead of 300. My main frustration came when he described on how he was commentating for the 1st time at the Royal Rumble and then mentioned that 2 Kings of the ring were crowned that night in Bret Hart and Lex Luger (?????????? WTF!!!!!) It was clearly ghostwritten and not very well ghostwritten which is a shame because I would've been interested to read some more storys about the backstage antics at WWF/E and WCW. Oh well never mind just have to wait until Hitman comes out over here at a reasonable price.
Simply Priceless!, 14 Jun 2008
this is a brilliant book possibly the best book wwe has ever produced. this tells the story of one of the most contriversial figures in wrestling history. it will take you through the ups and downs of the wrestling buisness and the birth of the million dollar title. this is not only a book for wretling fans but will be fun to read for everyone.
Not as good as it could have been, 08 Sep 2008
First up i am a HUGE wrestling fan and so i brought this book as i thought it would give me an insight into some of the great matches edge has been involved in, it did but not as in depth as it could have been,The book reveals a lot about young edge and the fact that he once ran into the ring at a local promotion did a few spots got applause and that fuelled his desire to be a wrestler, its also far to short as a book on wrestling altough some of the ribs and dumb stuff he did sound very funny indeed e.g jumping out of a window into snow with the Hardys & Lita
Rated R super author, 27 Aug 2008
I have read many Wrestling autobiographies and very few come close to Mick Foley's, yet Adam Copeland on EDGE is right up there. The reason this book is so good is that like Foley, Edge wrote the book himself which makes the experience much more personal and funnier as nothing has been lost in translation by a ghost writer. That is the main problem with other autobiographies such as Stone Cold's, HBK's, Hulk Hogan's and even the legendary Ric Flair, but not this. The book covers Edge's life up to the return to the ring after neck surgery. The book is begging a sequel on his retirement and I for one can't wait. The book makes me watch Edge's in ring performances in a different light, and one with far more respect. A must have wrestling autobiography.
Amazingly Insightful!, 09 Jul 2008
This book has turned me into a total Edgehead! You wouldn't believe how much of wrestling is actually real! It's beautifully written, and full of comedy. I certainly hope Copeland writes a second book in the coming years!
My Fav Superstar - My Fav Book, 14 Mar 2008
Seen as Edge is my favourite superstar in WWE i thought why not.
So when i oredered it from amazon it quickly catapulted me into a world of wrestling that i enjoy so much. I found out about Edge's background, who he liked, didnt like, all the ins and outs of being a wrestler
ill leave it their but ill tell you one thing this is a MUST BUY for wrestlings fans or someone who just needs a Laugh out Loud book to read.
Hilarious, a fantastic biography., 29 Dec 2007
This book is the best auto-biographies i've read and you dont even need to be a wrestling fan to enjoy it. the stories that he writes about are great; wrestling in towns that are at -70C, breaking bones etc. This is a great wrestling auot-bio and it is actually written by adam copeland rather than using ghost writers like Batista and HBK. I cant recommend it enough its just fantastic some proper laugh out loud moments especially with the Hardy's and Christian.
If you are in any doubt about which book to buy this is the one to get by a mile.
Bookoit: Reading a book that destroyed its own integraty, 25 Dec 2008
I bought this book due to its nature as i needed to read a new book and it was the only Pro Wrestling book available. I was not expecting a masterpeice nor was i expecting it to show professional wrestling in a good light.
However as i started reading i noticed that the first part of the book was well writen and showed little to no biased points and gave a good account of benoits life and carear before the situation that occured.
The 2nd and 3rd chapter however where amungst the worst writing i have ever read, and i read Batista's book. It does nothing but give a biased opinion towards the incident and instead of sumarising what evidance they had they decided to send cheap shots at the not so perfect WWE.
They launched into personal attacks against the Mcmahon family and the information within the book contradicted itself in total. for example it wrote about how Media news where reporting that Benoits child had fragile X Syndrole and did not critisise it. But as soon as Linda McMahon mentioned the possibility of him suffering from that they jumped all over her complaining.
In total i find this the biggest litriture mistake in jumping to cash in on the benoit incident...all they wanted was money.
Benoit murderd his family and took his own life.
The auther of this book murderd my self respect when i read this book.
utter fluff, 14 Jul 2008
if i could rate this less than 1 star i would. its very thin and tell you nothing. save your money. plus i had to wait an age to get it. utter guff
What a waste of paper, 10 Jun 2008
Its shocking that this book was ever even written. Hopefully nobody will be foolish enough to read this book and believe the majority of the content. If you want a wrestling fiction book, this is the one for you. Otherwise steer clear and find a more objective take on the Benoit situation and the wrestling business as a whole.
Its up to the individual, 04 May 2008
If you want to buy it, buy it! its certainly not the first book written on a true crime, get a grip people. Its not for me but messages from other reviewers (who havent read it!) taking the morale high ground makes me sick. these are the type of people who want movies and computer games banned, Free Country! What happened was a horrendous, b | | |