A Nameless Wrestler (1889)

A Nameless Wrestler is a novel written by Josephine White Bates and published in 1889. The story follows the life of a young wrestler who is orphaned at a young age and raised by his uncle, a retired wrestler himself. The protagonist, who remains nameless throughout the novel, is trained by his uncle and becomes a successful wrestler, earning the nickname ""The Unknown."" As he travels from town to town, winning matches and gaining fame, the wrestler meets a young woman named Grace who becomes his love interest. However, their relationship is complicated by the fact that Grace's father disapproves of the wrestler's profession and reputation. The novel explores themes of family, love, and societal expectations. It also provides a vivid portrayal of the world of wrestling in the late 19th century, including the physical toll it takes on the wrestlers and the sometimes unsavory characters involved in the sport. Overall, A Nameless Wrestler is a compelling story that offers a glimpse into a unique subculture of American history.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.