1939, The Gangs of New York, Herbert Asbury, DJ, Illustrated

Description: 1939The Gangs of New York: An Informal History of the Underworld Author: Herbert AsburyGood condition (see photos)No writingBinding is generally tightDust Jacket has some ragged edges and a cut in it but is generally good for its age (see photos)50+ Illustrations (B/W illustrations and Photographs) (see photos)pp. 400Dimensions: 8 1/4" x 5 3/4" x 1 1/2"The Gangs of New York: An Informal History of the Underworld by Herbert Asbury is a non-fiction book first published in 1928. It provides a detailed account of the rise and fall of 19th-century gangs in New York City, focusing on the notorious Five Points district of Lower Manhattan1. The book covers various infamous gangs like the Plug Uglies, Dead Rabbits, and Bowery Boys, as well as colorful criminals such as “Dandy” Johnny Dolan and Hell-Cat Maggie. This 1939 edition is a reprint of the original 1928 publication. This book inspired Martin Scorsese’s 2002 film "Gangs of New York".

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