Larrkin Crook: The Rise And Fall Of Squizzy Taylor
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: Hugh Anderson
Binding: Hardback
Published: Jacaranda Press, 1971
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Light chipping to perimeter of DJ. Minor denting to spine of board. Block yellowed. Pages in good condition.
This compelling historical biography chronicles the tumultuous life and criminal career of Squizzy Taylor, one of Australia's most notorious figures. It uncovers the intricate details of Taylor's ascent through the underworld, presenting a vivid portrait of 1920s Melbourne and its shadowy criminal landscape. The narrative illustrates the audacious exploits and ultimate demise of a charismatic yet dangerous individual, offering a gripping account of a bygone era. Anderson's meticulous research argues for a deeper understanding of the social forces that shaped Taylor's destiny, making for an engrossing read for enthusiasts of true crime and Australian history.
Author: Hugh Anderson
Binding: Hardback
Published: Jacaranda Press, 1971
Condition:
Book: Good
Jacket: Chipped and worn with some minor damage
Pages: Yellowed, price clipped
Markings: Previous owner
Condition remarks: Light chipping to perimeter of DJ. Minor denting to spine of board. Block yellowed. Pages in good condition.
This compelling historical biography chronicles the tumultuous life and criminal career of Squizzy Taylor, one of Australia's most notorious figures. It uncovers the intricate details of Taylor's ascent through the underworld, presenting a vivid portrait of 1920s Melbourne and its shadowy criminal landscape. The narrative illustrates the audacious exploits and ultimate demise of a charismatic yet dangerous individual, offering a gripping account of a bygone era. Anderson's meticulous research argues for a deeper understanding of the social forces that shaped Taylor's destiny, making for an engrossing read for enthusiasts of true crime and Australian history.