Synopsis
Everyone knows stories about the American Mafia and its varied forms of crime, from racketeering to stock manipulation to murder. American Mafia: Chicago explores the Windy City, strolling through its neighborhoods and imagining scenes from the past—telling the stories of the men, women, and families and revealing the events behind the legends and the history of the families' beginnings and founding members.
Featuring the most fascinating stories from the early days, when loosely-organized, incredibly secretive gangs terrorized neighborhoods with names like Little Hell, through the mob’s headiest years, when Al Capone and his men pretty well controlled the city, American Mafia: Chicago offers tantalizing glimpses into the era when Chicago was ruled by gangs with their ever-twisting allegiances and tangled webs of relationships.
Most of the buildings are gone now.
But the stories are still there, if you know where to look.
"synopsis" may belong to another edition of this title.
About the Author
William Griffith is known to his friends as "Wild Bill," but actually lives a quiet life with his dogs in a small apartment beneath the El tracks on Lake Street - you get used to the noise after a while. His doorknob was salvaged from the rubble of the Lexington Hotel, and the apartment itself is reputed to have once been the home of a member of the Genna Brothers gang. His grandfather was a gangbuster in northern Missouri.
"About this title" may belong to another edition of this title.
Search results for American Mafia: Chicago: True Stories Of Families Who...
Stock Image
American Mafia: Chicago: True Stories Of Families Who Made Windy City History
Published by
Globe Pequot Publishing (edition First Edition), 2013
ISBN 10: 076277844X
ISBN 13: 9780762778447
Used
Paperback
First Edition
Seller: BooksRun, Philadelphia, PA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: Fair. First Edition. The item might be beaten up but readable. May contain markings or highlighting, as well as stains, bent corners, or any other major defect, but the text is not obscured in any way. Seller Inventory # 076277844X-7-1
Seller Image
American Mafia: Chicago: True Stories Of Families Who Made Windy City History
Published by
Globe Pequot Publishing, 2013
ISBN 10: 076277844X
ISBN 13: 9780762778447
Used
Softcover
Seller: Zoom Books East, Glendale Heights, IL, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: very_good. Book is in very good condition and may include minimal underlining highlighting. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service. Seller Inventory # ZEV.076277844X.VG
Seller Image
American Mafia: Chicago: True Stories Of Families Who Made Windy City History
Published by
Globe Pequot Publishing, 2013
ISBN 10: 076277844X
ISBN 13: 9780762778447
Used
Softcover
Seller: Zoom Books Company, Lynden, WA, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: very_good. Book is in very good condition and may include minimal underlining highlighting. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service. Seller Inventory # ZBV.076277844X.VG
Stock Image
American Mafia: Chicago: True Stories Of Families Who Made Windy City History
Seller: Half Price Books Inc., Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: 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! Seller Inventory # S_466562972
Seller Image
American Mafia: Chicago: True Stories Of Families Who Made Windy City History
Published by
Globe Pequot Publishing, 2013
ISBN 10: 076277844X
ISBN 13: 9780762778447
Used
Softcover
Seller: 3Brothers Bookstore, Egg harbor township, NJ, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: very_good. Cover may have light wear, pages in very good condition and binding is sturdy; may have other light shelf wear or creases. May have notes or highlighting. Seller Inventory # EVV.076277844X.VG
Seller Image
American Mafia: Chicago: True Stories Of Families Who Made Windy City History
Published by
Globe Pequot Publishing, 2013
ISBN 10: 076277844X
ISBN 13: 9780762778447
Used
Softcover
Seller: Greenworld Books, Arlington, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: very_good. Fast Free Shipping â" Very Good condition book with a firm cover and clean pages. Shows normal use and some light wear or limited notes markings. A solid, nice copy to enjoy. Seller Inventory # GWV.076277844X.VG
Seller Image
American Mafia: Chicago: True Stories Of Families Who Made Windy City History
Published by
Globe Pequot Publishing, 2013
ISBN 10: 076277844X
ISBN 13: 9780762778447
Used
Softcover
Seller: Goodwill of Greater Milwaukee and Chicago, Racine, WI, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Condition: acceptable. Book is considered to be in acceptable condition. The actual cover image may not match the stock photo. Book may have one or more of the following defects: noticeable wear on the cover dust jacket or spine; curved, dog eared or creased page s ; writing or highlighting inside or on the edges; sticker s or other adhesive on cover; CD DVD may not be included; and book may be a former library copy. Seller Inventory # SEWV.076277844X.A
Stock Image
American Mafia: Chicago: True Stories Of Families Who Made Windy City History
Seller: HPB-Emerald, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
Paperback. Condition: 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! Seller Inventory # S_469497931
Stock Image
American Mafia: Chicago
Published by
Globe Pequot, 2013
ISBN 10: 076277844X
ISBN 13: 9780762778447
Used
Soft cover
First Edition
Seller: JARE Inc. dba Miles Books, Highland, IN, U.S.A.
Seller rating 4 out of 5 stars
Soft cover. Condition: Very Good. 1st Edition. Book is clean and tight. Seller Inventory # WS599
Stock Image
American Mafia: Chicago
Seller: HPB-Ruby, Dallas, TX, U.S.A.
Seller rating 5 out of 5 stars
paperback. Condition: 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! Seller Inventory # S_472453282