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Titanic Thompson: The Man Who Bet on Everything

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Availability:In StockContributor:Kevin CookPublish date:2011-11-14Pages:288
Language:EnglishPublisher:W. W. Norton & CompanyISBN-13:9780393340570ISBN-10:393340570UPC:9780393340570Book Category:Games & Activities, Biography & AutobiographyBook Subcategory:Gambling, SportsSize:8.10 x 5.40 x 0.80 inchesWeight:0.5004Product ID:SC0DZJG78J

Titanic Thompson: The Man Who Bet on Everything

This "raucous retelling of the life of a consummate gambler, grifter and quintessential American character" (Kirkus Reviews) introduces Alvin "Titanic" Thompson (1892-1974), who traveled with golf clubs, a .45 revolver, and a suitcase full of cash. A terrific read for anyone who has ever laid a bet, Titanic Thompson recaptures the colorful times of a singular figure.
Language:EnglishPublisher:W. W. Norton & CompanyISBN-13:9780393340570ISBN-10:393340570UPC:9780393340570Book Category:Games & Activities, Biography & AutobiographyBook Subcategory:Gambling, SportsSize:8.10 x 5.40 x 0.80 inchesWeight:0.5004Product ID:SC0DZJG78J
Cook, Kevin: - A former senior editor at Sports Illustrated, Kevin Cook is the author of Titanic Thompson, Tommy's Honor, Kitty Genovese and The Dad Report. He lives in New York City.
Publisher: W. W. Norton & Company

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