True Story Recounts Triumphs and Tragedies of Famous Von Erich Wrestling Dynasty

Fritz Von Erich: Master of the Iron Claw is the true story about the life and times of Jack Adkisson, also known as pro wrestling legend Fritz Von Erich and the famous Von Erich wrestling dynasty.

(PRWEB) March 24, 2005 -- Before the McMahons, before the Funks, and before the Harts, there were the Von Erichs. Even the most casual fan of professional wrestling can recount a particular story or bit of trivia related to this legendary Texas family that loved, fought, lived and died for the sport The star-crossed Von Erich wrestling dynasty helped propel wrestling to the multi-billion dollar industry that it has become today.

In Fritz Von Erich: Master of the Iron Claw, author Ron Mullinax tells the true story of the Adkisssons, better known as the Von Erich family. A gripping saga, related to Mullinax by renowned patriarch Jack Adkisson himself, Master of the Iron Claw offers readers a personal and revealing account of the family.

In vivid detail, Mullinax takes readers along the twisting and turning path of Adkissons own wrestling career -- from his early days on the circuit portraying the much-reviled Nazi heel, Fritz Von Erich," to his eventual success as a leading promoter and business man.

Along the way, readers will discover how Adkisson and his five sons impacted the wrestling world with their family's show World Class Championship Wrestling, which at one time was syndicated in 66 U.S. television markets, Japan, Argentina and the Middle East.

In the golden age of wrestling, the Von Erichs experienced a level of popularity and success that was virtually unparalleled in the sports history. Ultimately, however, it was their personal tragedies that brought them -- and their sport -- the most fame. Master of the Iron Claw will compel fans and non-fans alike with its uniquely personal account of pro wrestling history, as well as its heart-wrenching, true tale of human drama.

About the Author

Texas native and former Marine Ron Mullinax has long been a devoted fan of pro wrestling and of Fritz Von Erich, in particular. A chance meeting between the two led to a great friendship, and to the book, Fritz Von Erich: Master of the Iron Claw. Mullinax is currently involved in writing the Von Erich screenplay with Actor/Independent Producer Richard Lack.

Fritz Von Erich: Master of the Iron Claw

By Ron G. Mullinax

Paperback, 6x9 in, 244 pages

Hats Off Books

ISBN: 1587364085/ paperback/ $18.95

ISBN: 1587364077/ hardcover/ $43.95

Media Contact:

Ron Mullinax

Phone: 903-675-7678

Email: ron@fritzvonerich.com

Website: www.fritzvonerich.com

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