Calgary Sun Wrestling Columns Collection

The Calgary Sun Wrestling Columns Collection compiles Bret "The Hitman" Hart's newspaper columns written for the Calgary Sun from 1991-2004. Hart authored these pieces during his time as an active professional wrestler and after his in-ring retirement. The columns cover major events and storylines from WWE (then WWF), WCW, and other wrestling promotions of that era. Hart writes about his matches, fellow wrestlers, road experiences, and the evolution of the professional wrestling business through the 1990s and early 2000s. Hart provides commentary on both the public and behind-the-scenes aspects of professional wrestling from his perspective as an insider and champion performer. His writing spans multiple periods in his career including his WWF Championship reigns, departure to WCW, career-ending injury, and post-retirement reflections. The collection serves as a time capsule of professional wrestling during a transformative period, offering Hart's real-time observations and insights about the industry's shifts in style, business practices, and culture. Through his columns, themes of tradition, authenticity, and the physical toll of wrestling emerge.

There are not enough internet reviews to create a summary of this book. Instead, here is a summary of reviews of Bret Sergeant Hart's overall work: Readers praise Hart's autobiography for its raw honesty and extensive detail about professional wrestling's inner workings. Many note his meticulous record-keeping through daily journal entries adds credibility to his accounts. What readers liked: - Comprehensive coverage of wrestling history from the 1970s-1990s - Personal stories about wrestling legends and backstage politics - Technical descriptions of match planning and execution - Frank discussion of industry challenges and family dynamics What readers disliked: - Length and pacing (some found the 592 pages excessive) - Focus on personal grievances with other wrestlers - Repetitive descriptions of travel schedules - Occasional bitter tone when discussing career setbacks Ratings: Goodreads: 4.3/5 (2,800+ ratings) Amazon: 4.7/5 (450+ ratings) Common reader comment: "The most detailed and honest wrestling book ever written, though it could have been shorter." Several reviewers noted the book works better for wrestling fans than casual readers due to industry-specific content.

Have A Nice Day: A Tale of Blood and Sweatsocks by Mick Foley A wrestler's memoir chronicles his journey from backyard wrestling to WWE stardom through personal stories and behind-the-scenes accounts.

Death of WCW by R.D. Reynolds This book documents the rise and collapse of World Championship Wrestling through events, business decisions, and internal politics.

Controversy Creates Cash by Eric Bischoff The former WCW president reveals the business strategies and television innovations that fueled the Monday Night Wars between WCW and WWE.

Heartbreak & Triumph by Shawn Michaels and Aaron Feigenbaum The story tracks Michaels' wrestling career from his tag team beginnings through his championship reigns and personal struggles.

Pain and Passion: The History of Stampede Wrestling by Heath McCoy This book explores the history of the Hart family's wrestling promotion in Calgary and its influence on professional wrestling.

🌟 Bret "The Hitman" Hart wrote weekly columns for the Calgary Sun newspaper from 1991-2004, giving readers behind-the-scenes insights into professional wrestling 🌟 Hart comes from the legendary Hart wrestling family of Calgary, whose home "Hart House" served as a training ground for numerous future wrestling stars 🌟 While writing these columns, Bret Hart held multiple WWF/WWE championships and was involved in the infamous "Montreal Screwjob" incident, which he later detailed in his articles 🌟 The columns cover both the golden age of wrestling and the "Attitude Era," providing a unique first-person perspective on one of wrestling's most transformative periods 🌟 These writings helped establish Hart as one of wrestling's most articulate voices, leading to his critically acclaimed autobiography "Hitman: My Real Life in the Cartoon World of Wrestling"