Titanic Thompson: The Man Who Bet on Everything - Cook, Kevin
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Capturing the spirit of a freewheeling era, this rollicking biography brings to life the gambler-hero who inspired the musical "Guys and Dolls." 272 pp.
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.

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Capturing the spirit of a freewheeling era, this rollicking biography brings to life the gambler-hero who inspired the musical "Guys and Dolls." 272 pp.
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.
Autorenporträt
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.