Rags, Paper And Pins: The Merchandising Of Memphis Wrestling

by Jim Cornette, Mark James

Jim Cornette and Mark James take a look back at the origins of Professional Wrestling's gimmick tables and merchandising in the Memphis and Tennessee territories of the 1960's and 1970's. These were the days before merchandising was a million dollar a year business.

Unknown Binding

First published July 1, 2013

About the author

James Mark Cornette is an American professional wrestling manager, commentator, promoter, booker and podcaster.

As a manager, commentator, member of the booking committee and member of the creative team, he has worked for Continental Wrestling Association, Mid-South Wrestling, Jim Crockett Promotions, World Championship Wrestling and the World Wrestling Federation/Entertainment (now WWE), and from 1991 to 1995, was the owner of Smoky Mountain Wrestling. He has also worked as an on-screen character in an authoritative role; as "Commissioner" of Ring of Honor (in a previous stint with the company) and "Management Director" (and off-screen road agent) for Total Nonstop Action Wrestling.

Reviews

[Jeff Schmitt · Rating 5 out of 5]

Loved it! If the names Eddie Marlin, Jerry Jarrett, Jerry Lawler, and Bill Dundee mean ANYTHING to you, you need to read this book! Not only is it a great history of Memphis Wrestling, it's a nice look at some of the memorabilia surrounding the promotion.

[Jay Dougherty · Rating 5 out of 5]

Besides being an essential overview of the merchandising in Memphis, this also provides a great look at the history of Memphis wrestling. If you are a fan of the Memphis territory, this is a must buy.

[Oliver Bateman · Rating 5 out of 5]

See my comments about Memphis Wrestling 1982. Another splendid collection of primary sources.

[Christopher Dobransky · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book. Not quite as entertaining as the Midnight Express scrapbook, but an interesting look and perspective of Memphis Wrestling.