The Pro Wrestling Hall of Fame: The Heels by Greg Oliver and Steven Johnson is a deep dive into the art of the villain in professional wrestling. Celebrating the men and women who mastered the dark side of the ring, the book explores how heels — from sneaky rule-breakers to larger-than-life monsters — shaped the stories, rivalries, and excitement that fans live for.
Oliver and Johnson combine meticulous research with vivid storytelling, profiling iconic villains, their signature tactics, and the cultural impact they had on wrestling across decades. Behind the bravado and boos, the book reveals the strategy, psychology, and charisma required to make fans passionately hate — and yet secretly admire — these performers.
Perfect for fans and newcomers alike, The Heels is entertaining, insightful, and a must-read for anyone who wants to understand the backbone of wrestling storytelling: the characters you love to hate.
