Kendo Nagasaki and the Man Behind the Mask

This honest and absorbing autobiography gives a fascinating, revealing, no-holds-barred account of the life of the man behind Kendo Nagasaki’s mask, Peter Thornley, from his challenging origins and early life, to his natural sporting ability which was honed in judo and Zen, to training in the world’s toughest Catch Wrestling gym, to Kendo’s debut and becoming an icon of professional wrestling of the 1970s which was watched by millions. This book lifts the lid on his personal life, the world of wrestling behind the cameras, his success with different businesses, and his current endeavours with his Zen charity - indeed, all the proceeds from this book will be donated to the Kendo Nagasaki Foundation to support its work - it’s a must-read!

[@septimusforge1475]

It is a brilliant book. Honest with no holds barred. To Kendo Nagasaki, Peter Thornley, Gorgeous George, Roz and Mr Lawrence, I raise a glass and salute you. What a ride this book is. Absolutely fantastic to read such an engrossing autobiography of a wrestling legend. Kendo is timeless and years ahead of the wrestling available on World of Sport (which was a treat every Saturday). Buy this book, you will not be disappointed. The Legend revealed (and worth the wait).

[@DariusDarKhan]

I can't wait to read this book

[@RayleneSteves]

Perhaps consider recording and selling an audiobook version of your book?

[@glynroberts8832]

Welcome back. I've always supported kendo in the ring and throughly recommend this book. It's a good read. My deepest respect to the legend and everyone around him. That includes Lawrence.