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"The Weird Wacky World of Wrestling" — Nick Carter, Former Southern Heavy Weight Champion

"The Weird Wacky World of Wrestling" — Nick Carter, Former Southern Heavy Weight Champion

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A genuinely rare piece of Southern wrestling history. The Weird Wacky World of Wrestling by Nick Carter, Former Southern Heavy Weight Champion — self-published by Marvin Publishing Company, Box 216, Athens, Alabama. Carter calls it "A Collectors Item" right on the cover, and he wasn’t wrong.

Inside you’ll find insider exposés and stories that were never before told, including:

  • The Complete Set Up — how professional wrestling really works
  • Humorous Tales About The Game
  • The Wrestling Dictionary
  • Is The Blood Real? — Yes and How
  • The Wrestling Bear — The Brown Bomber, featuring a $100 challenge to any wrestler who defeats the bear
  • Alabama Boxing & Wrestling Commission exposé on fake wrestling bouts
  • Author photo of Nick Carter himself

Published in Athens, Alabama — a hyper-local, self-published rarity with original cover price of $2.00. A must for wrestling history buffs, Southern Americana collectors, and anyone who loves a good behind-the-curtain story.

Condition Notes: Rip/tear damage on the lower left of the back cover. Front cover and interior pages intact. Normal age toning throughout.

⚠️ Please Note: This is a used, pre-owned item. Every care has been taken to photograph the piece thoroughly, including any visible flaws, wear, or imperfections. Please review all photos carefully before purchasing. The seller is not responsible for any flaws that may have been missed in the listing photos. All sales are final.

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