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CONTENTS CHAPTER 1

Wrestling’s Greatest Moments . ................. 6 The History of Wrestling .......................... 16 The Rules of Wrestling: Greco-Roman . .... 24 The Rules of Wrestling: Freestyle . ........... 30 American Wrestling ................................. 36 Modern-Day Stars.................................... 42 Wrestling’s Greatest Athletes................... 52 The Future of Wrestling ........................... 64 Glossary of Wrestling Terms. ................... 70 Chronology.............................................. 74 Further Reading, Video Credits, & Internet Resources. .............................. 76 Index....................................................... 78

CHAPTER 2 CHAPTER 3 CHAPTER 4 CHAPTER 5 CHAPTER 6 CHAPTER 7 CHAPTER 8

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