Playing The Field: Autobiography Of An All American Racketeer
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ISBN10: 1164481649
ISBN13: 9781164481645
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 172
Weight: 0.94
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
ISBN13: 9781164481645
Publisher: Kessinger Pub Llc
Published: Sep 10 2010
Pages: 172
Weight: 0.94
Height: 0.56 Width: 6.00 Depth: 9.00
Language: English
Playing The Field: Autobiography Of An All American Racketeer is a thrilling and captivating memoir written by Spike Diamond, a notorious American racketeer. The book takes readers on a journey through Spike's life, from his early days as a small-time crook to his rise as one of the most powerful and feared racketeers in the country.Spike's story is one of ambition, cunning, and sheer luck. He started out as a petty thief, but quickly realized that there was more money to be made in the world of organized crime. He quickly rose through the ranks, becoming a trusted lieutenant to some of the most powerful mob bosses in the country.Throughout the book, Spike recounts his many adventures and misadventures, from his daring heists to his run-ins with the law. He also provides a fascinating glimpse into the inner workings of organized crime, revealing the codes, rituals, and hierarchies that govern this shadowy world.But Playing The Field is more than just a crime memoir. It's also a deeply personal story of one man's journey through life, from his humble beginnings to his eventual downfall. Spike is a complex and fascinating character, and readers will find themselves rooting for him even as he engages in some of the most heinous crimes imaginable.Overall, Playing The Field is a gripping and unforgettable book that will appeal to anyone interested in true crime, American history, or just a good old-fashioned tale of adventure and intrigue.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.
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