John Wren Gambler: His Life And Times
Condition: SECONDHAND
This is a secondhand book. The jacket image is a photograph of the exact copy we have in stock. This image shows the condition of this book. Further condition remarks are below.
Author: Niall Brennan
Binding: Hardback
Published: Hill of Content., 1971
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Minor yellowing and creasing to DJ, yellowed fore-edges.
This compelling biography, John Wren Gambler: His Life And Times, chronicles the extraordinary career of one of Australia's most notorious and influential figures in the world of illegal gambling and sports. The narrative uncovers Wren's humble beginnings and his meteoric rise to power, detailing his intricate network of operations and his profound impact on the social and political landscape of his era. Brennan's meticulous research presents a vivid portrait of a man who defied convention and shaped an underworld empire. The account illustrates the complex interplay between crime, politics, and society in early 20th-century Australia, offering a gripping and insightful look into a pivotal period through the lens of a controversial personality.
Author: Niall Brennan
Binding: Hardback
Published: Hill of Content., 1971
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Worn/faded, no tears
Pages: Yellowed
Markings: No markings
Condition remarks: Minor yellowing and creasing to DJ, yellowed fore-edges.
This compelling biography, John Wren Gambler: His Life And Times, chronicles the extraordinary career of one of Australia's most notorious and influential figures in the world of illegal gambling and sports. The narrative uncovers Wren's humble beginnings and his meteoric rise to power, detailing his intricate network of operations and his profound impact on the social and political landscape of his era. Brennan's meticulous research presents a vivid portrait of a man who defied convention and shaped an underworld empire. The account illustrates the complex interplay between crime, politics, and society in early 20th-century Australia, offering a gripping and insightful look into a pivotal period through the lens of a controversial personality.