Boss Tweed: The Corrupt Pol Who Conceived the Soul of Modern New York (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781619450028)

William Magear Tweed, America's most corrupt politician ever, ruled New York City in the 1860s and 1870s. He rigged the votes, bribed the legislature, and stole on a massive scale. But even in prison, people still loved and admired him. Tweed's is a stunning tale of pride, fall, and redemption.Editorial Reviews" An] excellent new biography of the Boss . . . told in a crisp, clear way."-Pete Hamill, New York Times Book Review"A pleasure to read."-Kenneth T. Jackson, Washington Post Book World" An] absorbing account of Tweed's rise and fall."-Michael Kenney, Boston Globe"Not only a compelling look at the colorful yet ruthless man who invented the big city political machine, it is also the gripping story of how dedicated newspapermen and zealous reformers brought down a notorious kingpin." -Publishers Weekly (starred review)"Skillfully tells the story of the Tammany Hall chief . . . Ackerman makes it hard not to root for the old Boss in his final days when he faces his enemies."-Jennifer Itzenson, Denver PostA thoroughgoing, rayon-smooth biography of Boss Tweed . . . A fine piece of narrative historiography for a wide public, from scholars to the lay enthusiast of New York City's political past."-Kirkus Reviews"Kenneth D. Ackerman's superbly written biography of Boss Tweed is spellbinding . . . every bit as commanding as the man himself." -Ed Koch, former mayor of New York City"Engrossing and eye-opening . . ."-New York Post

Author: Kenneth D. Ackerman
ISBN-10: 161945002X
ISBN-13: 9781619450028
Publisher: Viral History Press LLC
Language: English
Published: 10/07/2011
Pages: 446
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.43lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.99d