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The Gangs of New York: An Informal History of the Underworld by Asbury, Herbert

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Condition
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A book that has been read but is in good condition. Very minimal damage to the cover including scuff marks, but no holes or tears. The dust jacket for hard covers may not be included. Binding has minimal wear. The majority of pages are undamaged with minimal creasing or tearing, minimal pencil underlining of text, no highlighting of text, no writing in margins. No missing pages. See the seller’s listing for full details and description of any imperfections. See all condition definitionsopens in a new window or tab
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Binding
Paperback
Weight
1 lbs
Product Group
Book
IsTextBook
No
ISBN
1560252758
Book Title
Gangs of New York : an Informal History of the Underworld
Item Length
8.2in
Publisher
Basic Books
Publication Year
2001
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Item Height
1.1in
Author
Herbert Asbury
Genre
History, Social Science
Topic
United States / State & Local / General, Criminology, Sociology / Urban
Item Width
5.5in
Item Weight
16.6 Oz
Number of Pages
384 Pages

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Product Information

Asbury presents an illumination of the gangs of old New York that ultimately gave rise to the modern Mafia and its depiction in films like The Godfather. Published to coincide with the release of Martin Scorcese's film, Gangs of New York, starring Leonardo DiCaprio. Photos & illustrations.

Product Identifiers

Publisher
Basic Books
ISBN-10
1560252758
ISBN-13
9781560252757
eBay Product ID (ePID)
916868

Product Key Features

Book Title
Gangs of New York : an Informal History of the Underworld
Author
Herbert Asbury
Format
Trade Paperback
Language
English
Topic
United States / State & Local / General, Criminology, Sociology / Urban
Publication Year
2001
Genre
History, Social Science
Number of Pages
384 Pages

Dimensions

Item Length
8.2in
Item Height
1.1in
Item Width
5.5in
Item Weight
16.6 Oz

Additional Product Features

Lc Classification Number
Hv6439.U7n4 2001
Edition Description
Movie Tie-In,Reprint
Edition Number
2
Copyright Date
1998
Target Audience
Trade
Lccn
2001-046256
Dewey Decimal
364.1/06/097471
Dewey Edition
21
Illustrated
Yes

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  • Top favourable review

    As above just great.

    Great story; the content based on New York as it was then. Sold by a very reliable and trustworthy seller - "Thrift Books"

    Verified purchase: YesCondition: Pre-ownedSold by: thrift.books

  • Pure Excellence

    If you have yet to read this book than you have yet to experience the intense and awe-striking truths of New York City's brutal path. This is an amazing book; every time you turn the page someone is be arrested, stabbed, shot, mugged, killed, plottings are occurring, and rioters are ravaging. Read of the ferocious duels between the New York City Police Department and the riots. Read as some of the most unique sets of characters ever to manifest themselves in the world appear, and come alive right before your very eyes. The book is written in a style of stories. One after another, they continue for pages. Read about a female bartender who butt unruly crowds with her head like a goat. Also read about the North's true opinion on the Civil War, and on Africans. This book will bring ...

  • A little unknown corner of US history packed into a powerful read

    I became interested in the book in which the movie was written. The author gives me an insight on the human nature and needs that caused these gangs to originate. Many readers may find similarities to the gangs of today. Once I started reading, I found it hard to set down. If you love history in the least, it's intriguing and a great read.

  • The gangs of new york

    I love the history behind this book I picture the characters ,& places Great Acthor.

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  • True Story

    I had seen the movie and didn't realize that it was based on a true story. I haven't finished it yet, but it is a great read.

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