Capitol Revolution: The Rise of the McMahon Wrestling Empire

This book documents the growth and evolution of pro wrestling under the stewardships of the McMahons, the most powerful wrestling company the world has ever known. It highlights the many trials and tribulations beginning in the early 20th century: clashes with rival promoters, government inquests, and routine problems with the potent National Wrestling Alliance monopoly. In the ring, superstars such as Buddy Rogers and Bruno Sammartino entertained throngs of fans, and Capitol became internationally known for its stellar pool of vibrant performers.

Covering the transition from old-school wrestling, under the WWWF banner, to the pop-cultural juggernaut of the mid- to late-‘80s WWF, Capitol Revolution is the detailed history of how the McMahons outlasted their opponents and fostered a billion-dollar empire.