Lucha Libre : The History of Mexican Wrestling.

Format:

Book

Author/Creator:

Artes de México, Artes de.

Language:

English

Subjects (All):

Wrestling.

Masks.

Physical Description:

1 online resource (205 pages)

Edition:

1st ed.

Place of Publication:

New York : Cernunnos, 2025.

Language Note:

Parallel English and Spanish texts.

Summary:

This book explores the cultural, historical, and social significance of lucha libre, the Mexican wrestling tradition that has become a symbol of Mexican identity. Featuring contributions from notable authors, historians, and critics, it delves into the origins of lucha libre, its development as a sport and spectacle, and the iconic use of masks. The text examines the artistry of mask-making, the personal and societal narratives behind the wrestlers, and the broader impact of lucha libre on Mexican culture. Designed for both academic and general audiences, the book combines multidisciplinary perspectives, including art, literature, and social sciences, to provide a comprehensive understanding of this complex phenomenon. It also highlights lucha libre's evolving significance and cultural renaissance in contemporary Mexico. Generated by AI.

Contents:

Cover

Title Page

Contents

Part I Round One

Editor’s Note Arena of Initiation

Masks of Memory in the Ring of History

Fantasy of Masks the Legend Behind the Mask

The People’s Masks Wrestling for Their Lives

El Santo: Being Yourself by Being Someone Else

The Man Under the Mask

Masks Revisited the Masked Nation

Parte I Primera Caída

Nota Del Editor Arena De Iniciación

Máscara De La Memoria En El Ring De La Historia

Fantasía De La Máscara La Leyenda De La Máscara

Máscara Popular Lucha Libre De La Vida

El Santo: Ser Uno Mismo Para Ser Otro

Fuera Máscara

Máscara Revisitada México Enmascarado

Part II Round Two

Meaningful Holds the World of Wrestling

The Hold of Experience the Lie of the Land

The Hold of Memory Women of the Ring

Extraordinary Holds Lady Maldad: Baddest of the Bad

The Hold of Collectibles Plastic Olympians

The Hold of Disguises Grab the Mask!

Parte II Segunda Caída

Llaves Significantes El Mundo Del Catch

Llaves Vivenciales El País De La Lucha

Llaves De La Memoria Las Damas Del Cuadrilátero Generated by AI.

Notes:

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Other Format:

Print version: Artes de México, Artes de Lucha Libre

ISBN:

9798887073781

OCLC:

1505734378