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For decades, distinct professional wrestling territories thrived across North America. Dozens of territories flourished between the 1950s and late '70s. But by the early 1980s, the growth of cable television had put new outside pressures on promoters. Providing never-before-revealed information, Death of the Territories is a must-read for fans yearning to understand how Kennedy McMahon outlasted his rivals and established WrestleMania - the industry's first national promotion. At the same time, it offers a comprehensive look at the promoters who opposed McMahon, focusing on their noteworthy power plays and embarrassing mistakes.

The narrative chronicles the National Wrestling Alliance's journey from its post-WWII origins in the Midwest to its peak as a $25-million-a-year industry. It highlights the contributions of iconic wrestlers like Lou Thesz and Buddy Rogers, while also delving into the NWA's internal dynamics, including a Department of Justice investigation into its practices. The book provides a thorough analysis of the promoters' relationships with politicians and media, uncovering the complex conspiracies that shaped the wrestling industry's legacy over more than five decades.

Documenting the growth and evolution of pro wrestling under the stewardships of the McMahon family. Clashes with rival promoters, government inquests and problems with the potent National Wrestling Alliance monopoly are all jaw-droppingly detailed.

In Turning the Black Sox White, Tim Hornbaker reviews Comiskey's entire career and restores his reputation to its former state, with clear eye, fair mind, and thorough study. --John Thorn, Official Historian of Major League Baseball and author of Baseball in the Garden of Eden

For the first time ever, the amazing story of the "Nature Boy" Ric Flair will be told in stunning detail, illustrating why he's one of the greatest ever to lace up his boots.