Playing the Field: Autobiography of an All American Racketeer - Brossura

Spike, Diamond

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ISBN 10: 1432557912 ISBN 13: 9781432557911

Casa editrice: Kessinger Pub Co, 2007

Riassunto

Playing The Field: Autobiography Of An All American Racketeer is a memoir written by Spike Diamond, a notorious American racketeer. The book is a detailed account of Diamond's life, from his humble beginnings in a working-class family to his rise to power as a successful criminal in the world of organized crime.Diamond's story is a fascinating one, as he details his involvement in a wide range of illegal activities, from gambling and loan sharking to drug trafficking and extortion. He also provides insight into the inner workings of the criminal underworld, including the code of honor and the hierarchy of power.Despite his criminal activities, Diamond presents himself as a likable and charismatic figure, with a quick wit and a talent for storytelling. He describes his many brushes with the law, including his time in prison, with a sense of humor and a certain amount of pride.Throughout the book, Diamond also touches on his personal life, including his relationships with women and his struggles with addiction. He portrays himself as a complex figure, with both strengths and weaknesses, and offers a unique perspective on the criminal lifestyle.Overall, Playing The Field: Autobiography Of An All American Racketeer is a compelling and entertaining read, offering a rare glimpse into the world of organized crime from the perspective of one of its most colorful characters.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.

Dettagli dell'edizione

• Editore: Kessinger Pub Co
• Data di pubblicazione: 2007
• Lingua: Inglese
• ISBN 10: 1432557912
• ISBN 13: 9781432557911
• Rilegatura: Copertina flessibile
• Numero di pagine: 172
• Contatto del produttore: non disponibile
• Persona responsabile: non disponibile