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Summary: Liar, sellout and hypocrit
Review: Yes, it's an interesting read of a really regular guy becoming (and I'm not kidding here) the unlikliest of wrestling stars. And it is pretty touching at times. But let's take an objective look at some of the facts.1) People say Foley is a great wrestler because of his inhuman ability to endure pain that could literally put other human beings in traction. Does this make him a great wrestler. No f'in way. True talent comes in being able to protect yourself and your opponent and not get hurt. The TRUEST of great wrestlers simply make it look like it hurts really badly, but rarely ever injure themselves or anyone else (Bret Hart and Ricky Steamboat are prime examples). But frankly, given enough guts and money, anyone can go out there and get seriously hurt. But not just anyone has the talent to make it look that way, but not be that way. 2) Where to begin with this one...he sold out. For a guy who professes to have such a deep appreciation for the art of wrestling, he jumped into the superficiality very quickly. A chapter explains his frustrations with the 'new' WWF crowd for only responding to catchprashes, curvy women and "sports entertainment" portions of the show and he professes what a tragedy that is. Until of course...he gets a catchphrase and becomes a comedy character that actually catches on. Then it's okay. Total garbage. 3) His title wins. He claims to be "A major reason Eric Bischoff wakes up with boot marks all over his tush every Tuesday (ratings day back then). His logic is that it's because he's a former world champion and thus, a main event talent. News flash Foley: His main event run and subsequent (and short) world title wins were all just extensions of the Austin-McMahon/Austin-Rock fueds. The one who delivered the ratings was Austin himself. A parade of wrestlers came through the main event scene during the long Austin vs Evil owner story, Undertaker, Kane, Shane McMahon, Val Venis, Bossman, Test, the Whole DX stable, but in the end, the real draw was Austin versus Vince McMahon and Foley's otherwise spindoctoring of these facts is just that, spindoctoring. 4) His family. I'm glad things turned out cool for him. But he spends lots of time rubbing it in the reader's face that he has a sexier wife than most. So what...if I have a wife who isn't (as) sexy what does that mean? It's a pity that Foley had an opportunity to show that men (or wrestlers in particular) aren't that shallow, but instead took the opportunity to rub the noses of the "less fortunate" in his good fortune. Also he says he was "afraid" of having an ugly daughter. So what is she didn't come out a looker? To say you're afraid of your child not being good looking is just awful. Finally, he seems to think every other match of his was some kind of classic. If one takes every word he says as the truth, then all his matches are 4-5 stars and of course he should be picked up by big promotions. Truth is, like he says in his second book "Wrestling promoters aren't interested in hardcore. You've got to have a good character and know the basics" Well there's the problem. Foley sole 'ability' lay in his pain threshold and there was really nothing to distinguish Cactus Jack from any other generically mean bad guy with a beard at the time. Also, he acts like all his friends are perfect too. He says his pal Kevin Sullivan helped WCW climb out of a creative hole. Idea like "The Yeti" "The Taskmaster" "Dungeon of Doom" "The Shark" "Zodiac Man" and other childish silliness were some of Sullivan's ideas and he was one of the reasons wrestling sucked in the mid 90's. But Foley won't bring that up, cause Kev's his friend and thus should not be talked about that way. In the end, Foley's world title/main event run was really cookie cutter stuff for the time and like I said, really just an extension of a greater fued and bigger stars. Back in the old days, getting the belt meant the company trusted you to carry the promotion on it's back as it's best performer and biggest star. But by the time Foley got it, championships had descended to the point where they were used to further storyline purposes and frankly played second fiddle to the conflict between the wrestlers themselves. He's only hurting himself by thinking otherwise. Just remember, getting your ear ripped off doesn't take talent, it takes an accident. What a crock.
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Summary: Amazing read!!
Review: WOW, this book was great. I think part of the reason I liked it so much is because Im a huge wrestling fan but(as so many others have already stated), you will like it even if you're not a fan of wrestling. This tells you so much about what goes on behind the scenes in all wreslting organizations. It tells about his runs in WCW, ECW, and of coarse WWF as well as his famous and brutal matches over in Japan. Mick Foley also talks about the infamous 1997 Survivor Series where Bret Hart got screwed as well as many stories about the late great Owen Hart. I promise you that you will be laughing throughout most of this book as he tells some of the funniest stories ever that involve many of the wrestlers that you wouldn't think of as being funny. Ive also read read Roddy Pipers book(also one of the best books ive read, although its only half the size of this book), and I am a little confused about Vince McMahon(WWF owner). Roddy Piper describes him in a way that makes you believe that Vince is only in it for the money and that he doesnt care what the wrestlers think about the company whereas Mick Foley describes him as being a very nice person who takes the wrestlers into consideration when making changes in the company...I cant figure out what hes really like. Overall this has to be one of the best books ive ever read and I highly recommend it to everyone looking for a great read!
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Summary: Excellently written
Review: Mick Foley suprised me! I didn't know what I expected, but this wasn't it... Mick Foley is intelligent, articulate and extrodinarily funny. The book balances the stories of his training, matches and hijinx well and provides an excellent "behind the scenes look" at professional wrestling -- fake or not! This book is excellently written and can be enjoyable even to those non-wrestling fans.
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Summary: Most excellent
Review: This book is not just for wrestling fans. I take only a limited interest in pro-wrestling, but this book is so entertaining and well-written that anyone would enjoy it. I could not put it down. Mick kept me in stitches all the way through! Yes it is informative about the world of wrestling, and is Mick's tale of his own life, but beyond that, it is entertainment! The thing that makes this book stand out is that Mick draws you into his head, making you understand his motives and his struggles, making you feel his love of the sport, yet at the same time doing it with hilarity and great fun. I recommend this book very, very highly.
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Summary: WOW says it all
Review: this is by far one of the best autobiographies i have ever read. foley is an awesome author and this is not a book for only foley or wrestling fans, but anyone who enjoys a good read. his words are chosen well and his stories are intriguing. a def. buy
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Summary: Greatest Wrestling Book Ever!
Review: Mick Foley's autobiography "Have a Nice Day" is without a doubt, a tremendous look at the behind-the-scenes aspect of the wrestling business. Mick gives insight to a 15 year career of blood, sweat, and tears that have made him arguably the greatest risk-taker and one of the best performers ever. Foley doesn't subscribe to the "ghostwriting" method most athletes use when having autobiographies written, which definitley sets this book apart from all the rest. A must for wrestling fans and even worth a read for non-wrestling fans as well.
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Summary: The best book on wrestling ever written
Review: The title of this review says it all. Know why there's so many backstage-revealing books on the wrestling business, why there's so many biographies of mat grapplers being written? This book right here is why. 500 pages long and one of the most entertaining books I have ever read. You know what the book's premise is by now, so I won't rehash it. But I will say that after reading this book, not only was I still a fan of Mankind/Cactus Jack/Mick Foley the wrestler, but I gained and to this day still have a TREMENDOUS amount of respect for Mick Foley as a human being. If there was ever a book that could ever be called entertaining and inspirational at the same time, here it is. The story of how a young kid from New York fought his way to the top of the wrestling business is amazing and heartwarming, and funny as all heck to boot. My absoulute highest recommendation, if you're a wrestling fan or just want to read a good biography and/or something to make you feel good and laugh your [head] off, pick this up. I cannot praise this book enough.
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Summary: A Classic
Review: If you wonder why the past few years have seen a proliferation of "wrestling memoirs" you have just found your answer, it is Blood and Sweatsocks. This book was actually written by its author (Mick Foley) and is a real classic. This is the life of a pro-wrestler, dark side and light full of insights, pain, and laughs. Anyone can relate to this book regardless of their interest (or repulsion) at pro-wrestling. A great book.
Rating: 
Summary: Tale of blood, sweat, and tears...
Review: In this tale of blood, sweat, and tears you will find out about the life and career of pro-wrestler Mick Foley. Mick Foley has given everything to wrestling, including his ear!! He has been involved in wrestling for nearly fifteen years and has become on of the most well known people in sports entertainment. In this book you will find everything you've looked for in an autobiography. Hand-written from seven hundred pages of notebook paper, "Have a Nice Day" will provide you with several exciting stories full of blood and stories full of love. Not only does it involve wrestling, but also stories about life in general. Although some parts may make you a little sick to your stomach, in the end you will find a place in your heart for the light-hearted Mick Foley.
Rating:
Summary: A must read
Review: A definite must read if you are a wrestling fan. I found it to be written very honestly. I wouldn't call it a tell-all book, he's not looking to bring down fellow workers in order to sell a few more copies. I really wouldn't recommend it to non-wrestling fans, maybe someone who is atleast a sports fan and realizes that the business is not just [people] in tights throwing fake punches.
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