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Boss: Richard J. Daley of Chicago, Royko, Mike, 9780452261679
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About this product
Product Identifiers
Publisher
Penguin Publishing Group
ISBN-10
0452261678
ISBN-13
9780452261679
eBay Product ID (ePID)
812554
Product Key Features
Book Title
Boss : Richard J. Daley of Chicago
Number of Pages
240 Pages
Language
English
Publication Year
1988
Topic
American Government / Local, United States / 20th Century, Political
Genre
Political Science, Biography & Autobiography, History
Format
Trade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height
0.6 in
Item Weight
6.8 Oz
Item Length
7.9 in
Item Width
5.2 in
Additional Product Features
Intended Audience
Trade
LCCN
88-022495
Reviews
"The best book ever written about an American city, by the best journalist of his time. Perhaps it will stand as the best book ever written about the American condition at this time. It comes at you from the saloons and neighborhoods, the police stations and political backrooms. It is about lies and viciousness, about the worship of cement and the hatred toward blacks, about troubling cowardice that hides behind religion and patriotism while the poor get clubbed and killed. … Royko's book also does more written damage to a man than perhaps anything I have ever read. … I know of no place where it will not be read and quoted and kept and read again." — Jimmy Breslin "A pungent and precise portrait of how big-city politics work. And it is brisk and lively reading in the bargain. … Muckraking at its best, a remorseless book that bites and tears." -- Christopher Lehmann-Haupt, The New York Times "There's nobody better than Mike Royko writing politics anywhere in the country today. About the book? It's Daley; Royko's got him to the life. And it's Chicago. Even if you've never been there you know it's Chicago. A fine job." --Russell Baker, The New York Times "Stunning, astonishing, myth-shattering!" — Studs Terkel, New York Times Book Review "Without question the most devastating dissection of a personal municipal fief I've ever read … Brilliant!" — John Barkham, Saturday Review Syndicate "A great book … Chicago and the lesser towns that make up urban America may or may not die. But you won't understand why they hurst so much until you read Boss ." — The Washington Post, "The best book ever written about an American city, by the best journalist of his time. Perhaps it will stand as the best book ever written about the American condition at this time. It comes at you from the saloons and neighborhoods, the police stations and political backrooms. It is about lies and viciousness, about the worship of cement and the hatred toward blacks, about troubling cowardice that hides behind religion and patriotism while the poor get clubbed and killed. ... Royko's book also does more written damage to a man than perhaps anything I have ever read. ... I know of no place where it will not be read and quoted and kept and read again." -- Jimmy Breslin "A pungent and precise portrait of how big-city politics work. And it is brisk and lively reading in the bargain. ... Muckraking at its best, a remorseless book that bites and tears." -- Christopher Lehmann-Haupt, The New York Times "There's nobody better than Mike Royko writing politics anywhere in the country today. About the book? It's Day&Daley; Royko's got him to the life. And it's Chicago. Even if you've never been there you know it's Chicago. A fine job." --Russell Baker, The New York Times "Stunning, astonishing, myth-shattering!" -- Studs Terkel, New York Times Book Review "Without question the most devastating dissection of a personal municipal fief I've ever read ... Brilliant!" -- John Barkham, Saturday Review Syndicate "A great book ... Chicago and the lesser towns that make up urban America may or may not die. But you won't understand why they hurst so much until you read Boss ." -- The Washington Post, "The best book ever written about an American city, by the best journalist of his time. Perhaps it will stand as the best book ever written about the American condition at this time. It comes at you from the saloons and neighborhoods, the police stations and political backrooms. It is about lies and viciousness, about the worship of cement and the hatred toward blacks, about troubling cowardice that hides behind religion and patriotism while the poor get clubbed and killed. ... Royko's book also does more written damage to a man than perhaps anything I have ever read. ... I know of no place where it will not be read and quoted and kept and read again." -- Jimmy Breslin "A pungent and precise portrait of how big-city politics work. And it is brisk and lively reading in the bargain. ... Muckraking at its best, a remorseless book that bites and tears." -- Christopher Lehmann-Haupt, The New York Times "There's nobody better than Mike Royko writing politics anywhere in the country today. About the book? It's Daley; Royko's got him to the life. And it's Chicago. Even if you've never been there you know it's Chicago. A fine job." --Russell Baker, The New York Times "Stunning, astonishing, myth-shattering!" -- Studs Terkel, New York Times Book Review "Without question the most devastating dissection of a personal municipal fief I've ever read ... Brilliant!" -- John Barkham, Saturday Review Syndicate "A great book ... Chicago and the lesser towns that make up urban America may or may not die. But you won't understand why they hurst so much until you read Boss ." -- The Washington Post, "The best book ever written about an American city, by the best journalist of his time. Perhaps it will stand as the best book ever written about the American condition at this time. It comes at you from the saloons and neighborhoods, the police stations and political backrooms. It is about lies and viciousness, about the worship of cement and the hatred toward blacks, about troubling cowardice that hides behind religion and patriotism while the poor get clubbed and killed. … Royko's book also does more written damage to a man than perhaps anything I have ever read. … I know of no place where it will not be read and quoted and kept and read again." — Jimmy Breslin "A pungent and precise portrait of how big-city politics work. And it is brisk and lively reading in the bargain. … Muckraking at its best, a remorseless book that bites and tears." - Christopher Lehmann-Haupt, The New York Times "There's nobody better than Mike Royko writing politics anywhere in the country today. About the book? It's Daley; Royko's got him to the life. And it's Chicago. Even if you've never been there you know it's Chicago. A fine job." -Russell Baker, The New York Times "Stunning, astonishing, myth-shattering!" — Studs Terkel, New York Times Book Review "Without question the most devastating dissection of a personal municipal fief I''ve ever read … Brilliant!" — John Barkham, Saturday Review Syndicate "A great book … Chicago and the lesser towns that make up urban America may or may not die. But you won''t understand why they hurst so much until you read Boss ." — The Washington Post
Dewey Edition
18
Grade From
Twelfth Grade
Grade To
UP
Dewey Decimal
977.3/11/040924
Synopsis
"The best book ever written about an American city, by the best journalist of his time."-- Jimmy Breslin In the turbulent world of Chicago politics, Boss dives deep into the captivating life and legacy of Richard J. Daley, the influential politician and mastermind behind the city's Democratic Party machine. Mike Royko's scathing and meticulously researched account follows Richard J. Daley's rise to power, from his inauspicious youth on Chicago's South Side through his rapid climb to the seat of power as the city's mayor. This engrossing biography brings to life the most powerful political figure of his time. With witty insight and unwavering honesty, Royko unveils Daley's controversial tactics, his laissez-faire policy toward corruption, and his unprecedented influence as a "kingmaker." From milestone achievements to cardinal sins, this eye-opening biography paints a vivid portrait of Daley, making Boss a must-read for history buffs, political enthusiasts, and anyone fascinated by the inner workings of power. Uncover the secrets and the undeniable legacy of the last of the backroom Caesars in this compelling portrait of politics and power. This new edition includes an introduction in which the author reflects on Daley's death and the future of Chicago., "The best book ever written about an American city, by the best journalist of his time."-- Jimmy Breslin New edition of the classic story of the late Richard J. Daley, politician and self-promoter extraordinaire, from his inauspicious youth on Chicago's South Side through his rapid climb to the seat of power as mayor and boss of the Democratic Party machine. A bare-all account of Daley's cardinal sins as well as his milestone achievements, this scathing work by Chicago journalist Mike Royko brings to life the most powerful political figure of his time: his laissez-faire policy toward corruption, his unique brand of public relations, and the widespread influence that earned him the epithet of "king maker." The politician, the machine, the city--Royko reveals all with witty insight and unwavering honesty, in this incredible portrait of the last of the backroom Caesars. New edition includes an Introduction in which the author reflects on Daley's death and the future of Chicago.
LC Classification Number
F548.54.D34K68 1988
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- e***a (271)- Feedback left by buyer.Past 6 monthsVerified purchaseMy book arrived in absolutely amazing condition and was well protected in the packaging, exactly as described! The price was also fair, my only complaint is it did take a while to get delivered but overall I'm very satisfied. I'll definitely be doing business again with this seller and I highly recommend!
- 6***e (16)- Feedback left by buyer.Past monthVerified purchaseThe item was in better condition than described and I'm extremely happy with it. The seller packaged the item incredibly well to protect against damage and it was shipped out to me immediately after purchase. Exceptional seller!!!
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