The True Story of the Card-Sharking, Gun-Slinging, Golf-Hustling American Legend who inspired the character of Sky Masterson in Guys and Dolls
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Titanic Thompson is the rollicking true story of one of the most charismatic characters in twentieth-century America. Travelling only with his golf clubs, a .45 revolver, and a suitcase full of cash, this is the legendary tale of a man who was married five times to five different girls, all teenagers on their wedding day. He killed five men, though he d say they d all agree they had it coming to them . He won and lost millions in a time when being a millionaire still really meant something.
Filled with fascinating facts and famous faces Harry Houdini, Al Capone, Lee Trevino, Arnold Rothstein and Jean Harlow all make appearances this is a brilliant and compelling snapshot of life on the road in freewheelin America.
Kevin Cook is the author of Titanic Thompson: The Man Who Bet On Everything. His previous book, Tommy s Honour, was shortlisted for the William Hill Prize, and although it didn t win, the Daily Telegraph called it the stand-out book on a strong short list . He writes for numerous magazines and has appeared on ESPN and CNN. He lives in New York.
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