The Road Warriors: Danger, Death, and the Rush of Wrestling (Spirit of the River Series)

Delivering an inside account of one of wrestlings most famous fighters this autobiography offers a rare chance to learn about Joe "Animal" Laurinaitiss life both inside and outside the ring. Revealing riveting stories about his participation in the 1980s and 1990s superstar wrestling team the Road Warriors it recounts memorable fights with his partner Mike "Hawk" Hegstrand. He describes how he and Mike rose to become a revolutionary tag teamreinventing themselves with spiky accessories and wearing face paint before it was popularand chronicles famous rivalries movement between different wrestling associations and dealing with Mikes longtime struggle with drugs and alcohol. He also invites fans into his personal life and discusses his family and newfound Christian faith. Featuring stories of incredible physical feats and deep-felt companionship this testimony will help fans relive the glory days of a wrestling legacy.