Hoffa's Man: The Rise and Fall of Jimmy Hoffa As Witnessed by His Strongest Arm
Franco, Joseph, Hammer, Richard
ISBN 10: 0135177642 ISBN 13: 9780135177648
Editore: Simon & Schuster, 1987
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Good condition. Good dust jacket. With remainder mark. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains. Codice articolo F06B-04514
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Titolo: Hoffa's Man: The Rise and Fall of Jimmy ...
Casa editrice: Simon & Schuster
Data di pubblicazione: 1987
Legatura: Rilegato
Condizione: Good
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Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Codice articolo S_391641111
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hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. Connecting readers with great books since 1972! Used books may not include companion materials, and may have some shelf wear or limited writing. We ship orders daily and Customer Service is our top priority! Codice articolo S_450193857
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Hoffas Man
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Hardback. Condizione: Used. In the grand tradition of literary collaborations that may be best described as ?inexplicable,? we present to you "Hoffas Man," an adventurous romp through the shadowy underbelly of America?s most notorious Teamster. Authored by the enigmatic duo of Joseph Franco and Richard Hammer, this 1987 speculative masterpiece takes a rather audacious stab at exploring the life of Jimmy Hoffa?s confidant, blending fact with fiction in a way that will leave you pondering if it was penned during an extended lunch break or, perhaps, a prolonged existential crisis. It?s the kind of book that begs the question: is this a biography, a thriller, or an elaborate practical joke on the reader? Picture it: the late ?80s, a time when the world was just grasping the concept of a mullet but hadn?t quite figured out aerobic videos. What better backdrop for the gritty saga of union meetings, clandestine deals, and enough intrigue to make a soap opera look like a knitting circle? If you thought the pages of history were dry, think again?this book is drenched in the sweat of hard-living men who likely had a precarious relationship with the law, and maybe their mothers too. The authors, Franco and Hammer, pull you into a whirlwind of dramatic retellings, where every chapter feels like it was written on a napkin at some dimly lit diner while sipping the strongest cup of coffee this side of a brick wall. You can almost smell the tobacco and regret that wafts off the pages, a fragrant reminder of a time when loyalty was measured in both cash and the occasional back-alley handshake. As you flip through the pages, you will encounter a plethora of delightful characters, from mobsters who make your average villain look like a dilly-dallying schoolboy, to union leaders bursting at the seams with zeal and charisma?who may or may not have had an unhealthy fascination with power tools. The plot dances like a drunk uncle at a wedding, zigzagging through betrayals, alliances, and perhaps the occasional recipe for a truly questionable meatloaf. But let?s not forget the real stars of the show: the dialogues that read like they were lifted straight from a B-movie script filled with tired clichés and exaggerated bravado. You might find yourself questioning if the characters are written to be memorable or merely to provide comic relief as they navigate a world far less glamorous than the glossy covers of magazines would have you believe. Spoiler alert: it?s usually the latter. Condition: This book has had its fair share of adventures and has come out the other side slightly worse for wear. Expect the pages to be a little dog-eared, perhaps with a few errant coffee stains that add a certain je ne sais quoi to the experience. It may even carry the scent of a bygone era, reminiscent of old leather jackets and the distinct aroma of danger. Wear and tear is to be expected, but who wouldn?t want a book that looks like it?s lived a life of its own? It?s practically begging to be passed around at your next book club meeting, perhaps as a conversation starter about the whimsical world of obscure literature. If you?re in the market for a book that dances on the edge of absurdity and historical recounting, "Hoffas Man" is your ticket to the kind of literary entertainment that likely won?t win any awards but will certainly win your heart?or at least your bemusement. It?s the perfect addition to that shelf where you keep the quirky tomes that make guests raise an eyebrow and say, ?What on earth is this?? So, whether you?re a history buff, a fan of the absurd, or merely someone looking to invest in a literary curiosity that may or may not provide insight into the dark art of labor relations, this is the book for you. Grab your copy from Crappy Old Books before it vanishes as quickly as Hoffa himself. Happy reading, or whatever you choose to call it. THIS BOOK BEARS THE CRAPPY OLD BOOKS STAMP. IF THAT IS UNDESIRABLE PLEASE DO NOT BUY THIS. THE STAMP MARKS WHICH IS USUALLY TO THE FRONT AND BACK INNER PAGES SAYS SOLD BY CRAPPY OLD BOOKS WITH WEB SITE URL. IT IN NO WAY DEMINISHED FROM THE READING. IF YOU WANT A PRISTINE BOOK, PLEASE FIND ANOTHER BOOK IN BETTER CONDITION SOMEWHERE ELSE. Codice articolo 2583
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Hardcover. Condizione: Near Fine. 1st. 1st edition stated and first printing with number 1 in copyright line. Near fine no markings or visible wear in a lightly used VG plus dj. Codice articolo 045321
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Hoffa's Man: The Rise and Fall of Jimmy Hoffa as Witnessed By His Strongest Arm
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Prentice-Hall, New York, 1987
ISBN 10: 0135177642
ISBN 13: 9780135177648
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hardcover. Illus. with photos (illustratore). 1st. 8vo, 332 pp., Remainder mark lower edge. Nearly fine copy in fine dust jacket. Codice articolo 097331
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Hoffa's Man The Rise and Fall of Jimmy Hoffa as Witnessed By His Strongest Arm
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Prentice Hall Press, 1987, 1987
ISBN 10: 0135177642
ISBN 13: 9780135177648
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Hard Cover. Near Fine/Near Fine d/j. First Edition, 1st Printing. Remainder. 8vo - over 7¾" - 9¾" tall. ISBN:0-13-517764-2. Small figure stamped on bottom page edges. D/j slightly edgeworn and very lightly scuffed. 332 pages. Codice articolo 002732
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Hoffa's Man: The Rise and Fall of Jimmy Hoffa As Witnessed by His Strongest Arm
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Simon & Schuster (edition First Edition), 1987
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ISBN 13: 9780135177648
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Hardcover. Condizione: Very Good. First Edition. With dust jacket. It's a well-cared-for item that has seen limited use. The item may show minor signs of wear. All the text is legible, with all pages included. It may have slight markings and/or highlighting. Codice articolo 0135177642-11-6-29
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Hoffa's Man: The Rise and Fall of Jimmy Hoffa as Witnessed By His Strongest Arm
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Prentice-Hall, New York, 1987
ISBN 10: 0135177642
ISBN 13: 9780135177648
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Da: Bob's Book Journey, Austin, TX, U.S.A.
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Hardcover. Condizione: Near Fine. Condizione sovraccoperta: Near Fine. First Edition. "A sizzling indictment of power abused." Remainder symbol on bottom edge. Very nice condition. Codice articolo 005034
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