- Mass Market Paperback: 544 pages
- Publisher: Grand Central Publishing; Reprint edition (Oct 1 2008)
- Language: English
- ISBN-10: 044669861X
- ISBN-13: 978-0446698610
- Product Dimensions: 10.8 x 3.2 x 17.1 cm
- Shipping Weight: 249 g
- Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
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#116,940 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #52 in Books > Sports > Individual Sports > Wrestling
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Product Description
From Publishers Weekly
This funny, insightful and compulsively readable autobiography by professional wrestling superstar Lion Heart Jericho matches fellow wrestler Mick Foley's bestselling Have a Nice Day! Jericho reached international stardom after joining the media juggernaut World Wrestling Entertainment (formerly WWF) in 1999, but this book neglects his many accomplishments since then, such as his legendary same-night defeat of wrestling powerhouses the Rock and Stone Cold Steve Austin to become the WWE's first undisputed heavyweight champion. Instead, Jericho recounts the fascinating story of his early years—in effect, a short history of world wrestling trends since 1960—from his brutal early training in his native Canada through finally being invited to join the WWE. Jericho ignores or glosses over controversial topics like steroid use, preferring to keep things light and cheery. His hilarious and detailed descriptions of his many bouts, especially his 1995 calling card match in Japan before 10,000 fans, will leave readers hoping for a sequel. (Oct. 25)
Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
Copyright © Reed Business Information, a division of Reed Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved. --This text refers to the Hardcover edition.
Review
'So charming and funny is Chris Jericho's journey from body-slammingly painful naivety to worldly wrestling champ, that his memoirs will leave cynics finding time for a private read.' GQ
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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
Y2J, A True Man of Letters!,
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This review is from: A Lion's Tale : Around the World in Spandex (Hardcover)
A very compelling read!! Jericho's book is very entertaining, and a delight to own.Intrigue and hilarity abound throughout as Chris Jericho -- the Ayatollah of Rock and Rollah!! -- tells his life story as only he could, in true Y2J fashion; absolutely hilarious prose, and profound insights into the human conditio...er, um...frankly shocking, mostly unseen and nearly inexplicable aspects of his life-experience as a burgeoning-to-mega-superstar in big-time pro wrestling. Get this book!!
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars
One of the top wrestling books out there,
By Manu (Qc, Canada) - See all my reviews
This review is from: A Lion's Tale : Around the World in Spandex (Hardcover)
One of my favorites wrestling book out there. Chris Jericho covers his wrestling career in a amusing fashion from the beginning up to his debut in the WWF. I can hardly wait for his second book, rumored to be release in 2009. This is the kind of book that will make you burst out laughing and make you want to read it again. Jericho details his career and doesn't take himself seriously while doing so. 5 stars out of 5 for sure. Plus, I ordered this book from amazon.ca and it was autographed by Y2J himself!
5.0 out of 5 stars
An entertaining can't miss book,
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This review is from: A Lion's Tale : Around the World in Spandex (Hardcover)
I bought this book over the holiday break and I have to say it is the quickest 500 pages that I have ever read in my life. I just could not put it down! As I was reading, it felt like I was on Chris' journey from where he started training at the Hart's wrestling school in Calgary, to traveling to Japan, going through all the crap in WCW, and finally making it to the WWE. It just proves that with hard work and determination that we are able to create the lives that we want for ourselves. His descriptive encounters throughout the book are hilarious as well; I loved how when he first met Rey Mysterio JR that he thought Rey was a 10 year old boy haha. Seriously, anyone looking for an engaging book to read should really pick this one up. You won't be disappointed.
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