Wrestliana: Or A Historical Account Of Ancient And Modern Wrestling (1823) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781165771608)

Wrestliana: Or A Historical Account Of Ancient And Modern Wrestling is a book written by W. Litt and originally published in 1823. The book provides a comprehensive and detailed history of wrestling, covering both ancient and modern forms of the sport. The author delves into the origins of wrestling in various cultures, including ancient Greece and Rome, as well as traditional forms of wrestling from India, China, and Japan. Litt also explores the development of wrestling in Europe, particularly in England and Scotland, where the sport became popular in the Middle Ages and evolved into various styles and techniques.The book also includes accounts of famous wrestlers throughout history, such as Milo of Croton, who was said to have lifted a bull over his head, and the legendary Scottish wrestler, Donald Dinnie. Litt also discusses the rules and regulations of wrestling, as well as the various techniques and strategies used by wrestlers.Overall, Wrestliana is a fascinating and informative read for anyone interested in the history of wrestling and the evolution of this ancient sport.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: W. Litt
ISBN-10: 1165771608
ISBN-13: 9781165771608
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 09/10/2010
Pages: 170
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.52lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.36d