Young Al Capone: the Untold Story of Scarface in New York, 1899-1925. Skyhorse Publishing: TWilliam Balsamo, John Balsamo
"Many people are familiar with the story of Al Capone, the “untouchable” Chicago gangster best known for orchestrating the St. Valentine’s Day Massacre. But few are aware that Capone’s remarkable story began in the Navy Yard section of Brooklyn, New York. Tutored by the likes of infamous mobsters Johnny Torrio and Frankie Yale, young Capone’s disquieting demeanour, combined with the “technical advice” he learned from these insidious pedagogues, contributed to the moulding of a brutal criminal whose pseudonym, “Scarface,” evoked fascination throughout the world. Despite the best efforts of previous biographers lacking true insider’s access, details about Capone’s early years have, until now, mostly been shrouded in mystery. With access gained through invaluable familial connections, the authors were able to open the previously sealed mouths of Capone’s known living associates. Collecting information through these interviews and never-before-published documents, the life of young Al Capone at last comes into focus. Among the many revelations in Young Al Capone are new details about the brutal Halloween Night murder of rival gangster “Wild Bill” Lovett, grisly details on how Capone and his Black Hand crew cleverly planned the shootout and barbaric hatchet slaying of White Hand boss, Richard “Peg Leg” Lonergan, insight into the dramatic incident that forced Capone to leave New York, and much more."
"William Balsamo, considered by many to be one of the premier Capone historians, has invested more than 25 years in researching and writing this unique book. The author of Under the Clock, now in its fifth printing, his many television appearances include the Sally Jess Raphael Show, The Geraldo Rivera Show, and various documentary features. He lives in Staten Island, New York. John Balsamo is the chief executive of SUPERDON INC., a company that markets board games. Previous to that, John worked on the Brooklyn waterfront for more than thirty years while compiling extensive material regarding the life of young Capone."
In very good clean order, no creasing to spine, looks to be pretty much as new apart from light rubs to bottom of spine.
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