Slaphappy: Pride, Prejudice, and Professional Wrestling
| Author | Thomas Hackett |
|---|---|
| Language | English |
| Genre | Non-fiction |
| Publisher | HarperCollins |
Publication date | 2006 |
| Publication place | United States |
| ISBN | 0-06-019829-X |
| OCLC | 61178232 |
| 796.812 22 | |
| LC Class | GV1195 .H23 2006 |
Slaphappy: Pride, Prejudice, and Professional Wrestling is a book written by reporter Thomas Hackett that describes, with a sociological and philosophical bent, the industry of professional wrestling.
Reception
[edit]The New York Times gave the book a mediocre review.[1] Kirkus Reviews said the book is a "punch-drunk saga of showbiz ugliness".[2] Publishers Weekly called the title a "fascinating study".[3]
References
[edit]- ^ Genzlinger, Neil (2006-04-02). "That's Gotta Hurt". The New York Times.
- ^ "Slaphappy". 2006-01-01. Retrieved 2015-03-31.
- ^ "Slaphappy: Pride, Prejudice, and Professional Wrestling". Retrieved 2015-03-31.
Sources
[edit]- Hackett, Thomas. Slaphappy: Pride, Prejudice, and Professional wrestling. Harper Collins. New York, NY. 2006.
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