“Men in the uniform of Wall Street retirement: black Chesterfield coat, rimless glasses and the Times folded to the obituary page.”
Quote by Jimmy Breslin
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The gang that couldn't shoot straight
This book is a satirical take on the gangster lifestyle, depicting a group of individuals whose criminal endeavors are consistently thwarted by their own lack of skill with firearms. The story is set in the 1920s during the Prohibition era, offering a glimpse into the world of organized crime and the American Dream gone awry. more
Author
Jimmy Breslin
Jimmy Breslin was an influential American journalist, born on October 17, 1930, and passed away on March 19, 2017. Known for his unique writing style and profound insights into the lives of New York City's underclass. more
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Source: The works of Samuel Johnson [ed. by F.P. Walesby].
Source: Twenty-two Essays of William Hazlitt