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The Cowboy and the Cross

The Bill Watts Story: Rebellion, Wrestling and Redemption

by (author) Cowboy Bill Watts & Scott Williams

Publisher
ECW Press
Initial publish date
Jan 2006
Category
Wrestling
  • Paperback / softback

    ISBN
    9781550227086
    Publish Date
    Jan 2006
    List Price
    $22.95

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Description

Not a typical story of redemption, this autobiography is the compelling narrative of the profound change religion can make in even the most hardened heart. Former pro wrestler "Cowboy" Bill Watts documents his entire life story—from youthful altercations with the law to success as a sports star to personal salvation. Though largely about his personal journey, Watts's account also discusses the mechanics and power struggles of pro wrestling and his own role in one of the most savage promotional wars ever to hit the state of Georgia.

About the authors

Contributor Notes

"Cowboy" Bill Watts is a retired professional wrestler. He lives in Bixby, Oklahoma. Scott Williams is a reporter, legal journalist, and wrestling commentator. He is the author of Terry Funk: The Hardcore Legend. He lives in Dickinson, Texas.

Editorial Reviews

"[Watts] discusses every facet of his career and does not shy away from talking about controversial topics."  —About.com

"The autobiography of...a main-event wrestler who became one of wrestling's top promoters."  —The Galveston County Daily News

"A must-read."  —Dave Meltzer, columnist, Wrestling Observer Newsletter
 

"Centers around Watts becoming a born-again Christian toward the end of his four decades as a top wrestler and promoter."  —South Florida Sun-Sentinel