Paddy Whacked: The Untold Story of the Irish American Gangster
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In Paddy Whacked, bestselling author and organized crime expert T. J. English brings to life nearly two centuries of Irish American gangsterism, which spawned such unforgettable characters as Mike "King Mike" McDonald, Chicago's subterranean godfather; Big Bill Dwyer, New York's most notorious rumrunner during Prohibition; Mickey Featherstone, troubled Vietnam vet turned Westies gang leader from Hell's Kitchen; and James "Whitey" Bulger, the ruthless and untouchable Southie legend. This is an epic story of corrupt politics, wanton murders, gambling empires, notorious brothels, tough women, and hard-drinking pugilists from the underbelly of America's most dangerous cities - including New York, Boston, New Orleans, Chicago, Kansas City, and Cleveland. This book combines storytelling verve with thorough research and a slew of never-before-published material - including new interviews with former gang members.
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ISBN: 9780060590031
Published Date: February 21, 2006
Publisher: ReganBooks
Language: English
Page Count: 468
Size: 9.01" l x 5.91" w x 1.37" h
Category
True Crime
Subject
Organized Crime