Reseña del libro "Playing the Field: Autobiography of an All American Racketeer (en Inglés)"
""Playing The Field: Autobiography Of An All American Racketeer"" is a memoir written by Spike Diamond, a notorious American criminal who became a successful racketeer during the mid-20th century. The book chronicles his life from his early days as a small-time hustler to his rise as a major player in the world of organized crime. Through his own words, Diamond tells the story of his involvement in various illegal activities, including gambling, loan sharking, and prostitution. He also discusses his relationships with other well-known figures in the underworld, such as Meyer Lansky and Lucky Luciano. The book provides a fascinating insight into the criminal underworld of the time, as well as the political and social climate that allowed it to thrive. Diamond's writing is frank and unapologetic, giving readers an unfiltered look into the mind of a man who lived outside the law. Overall, ""Playing The Field"" is a gripping and engaging read for anyone interested in true crime, American history, or the human psyche. It is a must-read for fans of the genre and those looking to gain a deeper understanding of the criminal underworld.This is a new release of the original 1948 edition.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.
