Al Capone: The Biography of a Self-Made Man

""Al Capone: The Biography of a Self-Made Man"" written by Fred D. Pasley is a comprehensive account of the life of one of the most notorious gangsters in American history. The book explores the early life of Al Capone, his rise to power in the Chicago underworld, and his eventual downfall. Pasley delves into Capone's childhood in Brooklyn, where he grew up in poverty and was exposed to a life of crime at a young age. As Capone grew older, he became involved in various criminal enterprises, including bootlegging, gambling, and prostitution. The book details Capone's rise to power in Chicago during the Prohibition era, where he became the leader of the infamous ""Chicago Outfit."" Pasley explores Capone's involvement in organized crime, including his control of speakeasies, breweries, and distilleries. The biography also delves into Capone's personal life, including his marriage to Mae Coughlin and his relationships with other women. Pasley also examines Capone's health issues, including his battle with syphilis, which eventually led to his mental and physical decline. Throughout the book, Pasley provides a detailed account of the events that led to Capone's eventual downfall, including his conviction for tax evasion and his imprisonment at Alcatraz. Overall, ""Al Capone: The Biography of a Self-Made Man"" provides a fascinating insight into the life of one of the most notorious figures in American history, and sheds light on the criminal underworld of the early 20th century.1930. The story of Capone, the most notorious gangster in the history of the nation. Alphonse Capone, better known to most as Al Capone or Scarface, ran Chicago with blood and guns. From the beginning, Capone didn't respond well to authority. While in the sixth grade he beat his female teacher. Following the incident he left school and faced with a life of low-paying jobs, he joined the street gang led by Johny Torrio and Lucky Luciano. And, as they say, the rest is history. Despite his years of running the rackets, it was eventually for tax evasion that he served time.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.