In post-war Tulsa, prostitute murders, blackmailer murders, and a murky communist conspiracy embroil a cynical PI in noir plots and Cold War intrigues. His investigation intertwines with his ruined baseball career, his WWII code breaking service in Alaska, and his obsession with a suspicious death there.
Hired to solve a prostitute’s murder, Wyatt Scott navigates all sections of town, from the infamous May Rooms brothel to the Tulsa Club elite. More murders follow his work, leading him in different directions, while his past intrudes on his life, thoughts, and beliefs. Major historical events, including the 1934 Babe Ruth barnstorming tour of Japan and the CIA VENONA file on Soviet spying, weave their way into Scott’s life, the characters, and the narratives.
The actions of SCOTT’S TULSA take place in June 1948 amid the specter of real communist threats and the beginnings of postwar social change. Many events and the entire backdrop inhabit the times and places stated. The buildings, businesses, politicians, laws, and institutions described were authentic in 1948 Tulsa. These historical realities blend with Scott and his fictional cohorts to present a story that could have easily unfolded like the tale told.
Les informations fournies dans la section « Synopsis » peuvent faire référence à une autre édition de ce titre.
Vendeur : Grand Eagle Retail, Bensenville, IL, Etats-Unis
Hardcover. Etat : new. Hardcover. Set in 1948, the specter of a real communist threat, the beginnings of social change, and the gritty nature of Scott's world make up the background for his exploits. Historical Tulsa is the milieu, but major events including the 1934 Babe Ruth barnstorming tour of Japan, and the OSS (and later CIA) VENONA file on Soviet spying play roles. Hired by Madam Queena Capps to solve a prostitute's murder, Wyatt Scott navigates all sections of town, from the infamous May Rooms brothel to the Tulsa Club elite. Blackmailers, shadowy figures, and additional murders follow his work, leading him in different directions, while his past intrudes on his life, thoughts, and beliefs. Scott's cynicism continues to paint his view of humanity; and the dark underbelly of proceedings does nothing to sway his thinking. Events and the backdrop inhabit the times and places detailed. The buildings, businesses, politicians, laws, and institutions described are authentic to 1948 Tulsa. These historical realities blend with Scott and his fictional cohorts to present a story that could have easily unfolded like the tale told. Themes of cynical mistrust, pursuit of justice despite official interference, and playing outside the conventional lines of justice reverberate through the novel. Questionable characters, elite snobs, floozies, spies, and murderers inhabit Wyatt Scott's Tulsa. In a post-war era of espionage and shifting social tides, a cynical investigator plunges into a web of blackmail and murder to uncover the truth hidden beneath the city's polished surface. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781969809026
Quantité disponible : 1 disponible(s)
Vendeur : California Books, Miami, FL, Etats-Unis
Etat : New. N° de réf. du vendeur I-9781969809026
Quantité disponible : Plus de 20 disponibles
Vendeur : PBShop.store US, Wood Dale, IL, Etats-Unis
HRD. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur L1-9781969809026
Quantité disponible : Plus de 20 disponibles
Vendeur : PBShop.store UK, Fairford, GLOS, Royaume-Uni
HRD. Etat : New. New Book. Delivered from our UK warehouse in 4 to 14 business days. THIS BOOK IS PRINTED ON DEMAND. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur L1-9781969809026
Quantité disponible : Plus de 20 disponibles
Vendeur : THE SAINT BOOKSTORE, Southport, Royaume-Uni
Etat : New. This item is printed on demand. New copy - Usually dispatched within 5-9 working days. N° de réf. du vendeur C9781969809026
Quantité disponible : Plus de 20 disponibles
Vendeur : AussieBookSeller, Truganina, VIC, Australie
Hardcover. Etat : new. Hardcover. Set in 1948, the specter of a real communist threat, the beginnings of social change, and the gritty nature of Scott's world make up the background for his exploits. Historical Tulsa is the milieu, but major events including the 1934 Babe Ruth barnstorming tour of Japan, and the OSS (and later CIA) VENONA file on Soviet spying play roles. Hired by Madam Queena Capps to solve a prostitute's murder, Wyatt Scott navigates all sections of town, from the infamous May Rooms brothel to the Tulsa Club elite. Blackmailers, shadowy figures, and additional murders follow his work, leading him in different directions, while his past intrudes on his life, thoughts, and beliefs. Scott's cynicism continues to paint his view of humanity; and the dark underbelly of proceedings does nothing to sway his thinking. Events and the backdrop inhabit the times and places detailed. The buildings, businesses, politicians, laws, and institutions described are authentic to 1948 Tulsa. These historical realities blend with Scott and his fictional cohorts to present a story that could have easily unfolded like the tale told. Themes of cynical mistrust, pursuit of justice despite official interference, and playing outside the conventional lines of justice reverberate through the novel. Questionable characters, elite snobs, floozies, spies, and murderers inhabit Wyatt Scott's Tulsa. In a post-war era of espionage and shifting social tides, a cynical investigator plunges into a web of blackmail and murder to uncover the truth hidden beneath the city's polished surface. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our Sydney, NSW warehouse or from our UK or US warehouse, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781969809026
Quantité disponible : 1 disponible(s)
Vendeur : CitiRetail, Stevenage, Royaume-Uni
Hardcover. Etat : new. Hardcover. Set in 1948, the specter of a real communist threat, the beginnings of social change, and the gritty nature of Scott's world make up the background for his exploits. Historical Tulsa is the milieu, but major events including the 1934 Babe Ruth barnstorming tour of Japan, and the OSS (and later CIA) VENONA file on Soviet spying play roles. Hired by Madam Queena Capps to solve a prostitute's murder, Wyatt Scott navigates all sections of town, from the infamous May Rooms brothel to the Tulsa Club elite. Blackmailers, shadowy figures, and additional murders follow his work, leading him in different directions, while his past intrudes on his life, thoughts, and beliefs. Scott's cynicism continues to paint his view of humanity; and the dark underbelly of proceedings does nothing to sway his thinking. Events and the backdrop inhabit the times and places detailed. The buildings, businesses, politicians, laws, and institutions described are authentic to 1948 Tulsa. These historical realities blend with Scott and his fictional cohorts to present a story that could have easily unfolded like the tale told. Themes of cynical mistrust, pursuit of justice despite official interference, and playing outside the conventional lines of justice reverberate through the novel. Questionable characters, elite snobs, floozies, spies, and murderers inhabit Wyatt Scott's Tulsa. In a post-war era of espionage and shifting social tides, a cynical investigator plunges into a web of blackmail and murder to uncover the truth hidden beneath the city's polished surface. This item is printed on demand. Shipping may be from our UK warehouse or from our Australian or US warehouses, depending on stock availability. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781969809026
Quantité disponible : 1 disponible(s)
Vendeur : AHA-BUCH GmbH, Einbeck, Allemagne
Buch. Etat : Neu. Neuware - Set in 1948, the specter of a real communist threat, the beginnings of social change, and the gritty nature of Scott's world make up the background for his exploits. Historical Tulsa is the milieu, but major events including the 1934 Babe Ruth barnstorming tour of Japan, and the OSS (and later CIA) VENONA file on Soviet spying play roles. Hired by Madam Queena Capps to solve a prostitute's murder, Wyatt Scott navigates all sections of town, from the infamous May Rooms brothel to the Tulsa Club elite. Blackmailers, shadowy figures, and additional murders follow his work, leading him in different directions, while his past intrudes on his life, thoughts, and beliefs. Scott's cynicism continues to paint his view of humanity; and the dark underbelly of proceedings does nothing to sway his thinking. Events and the backdrop inhabit the times and places detailed. The buildings, businesses, politicians, laws, and institutions described are authentic to 1948 Tulsa. These historical realities blend with Scott and his fictional cohorts to present a story that could have easily unfolded like the tale told. Themes of cynical mistrust, pursuit of justice despite official interference, and playing outside the conventional lines of justice reverberate through the novel. Questionable characters, elite snobs, floozies, spies, and murderers inhabit Wyatt Scott's Tulsa. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781969809026
Quantité disponible : 2 disponible(s)