Strong Man Stunts Made Easy! Jowett, George F. Published by George F.,Jowett Institute of Physical Culture Inc., Scranton Pa.,1930. Assumed First Edition. 16mo up to 6½” tall. Illustrated orange stapled card covers.32 pp., illustrated; black and white photo of Jowett; 2 detachable mail in postcards; ad on inside rear cover.In very collectible condition with the lightest of cover wear; otherwise a fine copy without markings, tears or folds.
George Fuisdale Jowett (1891-1969) was an English-born Canadian strongman and weightlifter winning more than 300 medals. He was a co-founder of the American Continental Weightlifting Association, the editor of Strength magazine, and the president of the Jowett Institute. He became known as “The Father of American Weightlifting”. He authored several books with titles such as The Key to Might And Muscle, Molding Mighty Legs, Molding a Mighty Chest, Molding a Mighty Back, Molding a Mighty Grip, Molding Mighty Arms. The postcards in the rear of this booklet are for the booklet entitled “The Thrill of Being Strong”.
Strong Man Stunts Made Easy!, George F. Jowett -1930
Canadian, First Edition, Reference, Vintage Charm$50.00
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