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André the Giant: Life and Legend

  • Annotation:
    • André the Giant, born Andre Roussimoff, is one of the most notable figures in the world of professional wrestling. This graphic biography focuses on André's wrestling career and professional wrestling, in general. However, it is also depicts André's (difficult) personality and alcohol use as well as the physical toll acromegaly had on his body.
  • Creators:
  • Publication Information:
    • First Second, New York, 2014
  • Color or Black & White:
    • Black and White
  • Genre:
    • Biography
  • Bibliography Available:
    • Yes
  • Original Language:
    • English
  • Historical Topic/Event:
    • Wrestling
  • Geographic Setting:
    • United States
    • France
    • Japan
  • Date Range:
    • 1946 - 1993
  • Tags:
  • Notes:
    • Includes: 'Source Notes' for particular anecdotes portrayed in the book; Limited Glossary of Professional Wrestling Terms
Graphic History

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Graphic History is a database of available/in-print graphic novels dealing with historical settings, events, or people. It is hosted by the University of Iowa Libraries.
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