Review of "The Chicago Underworld," (Original title: "Gem of the Prairie") by Herbert Asbury, 1940. New York: Ace Books, paper, 292 pages.
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(This book is about the past corruption, violence, and mayhem in Chicago. I am glad to report that the city is one of the safest on earth, now, and everything is fine and peaceful. I found this book at my favorite thrift shop. This particular copy is terribly bent and worn, with pages falling out on the floor. It has been a challenge reading it. As I turn the pages they fall apart... it is turning to dust, as would a mummy...)
Review of "The Chicago Underworld," (Original title: "Gem of the Prairie") by Herbert Asbury, 1940. New York: Ace Books, paper, 292 pages.
Review of "The Chicago Underworld," (Original…
Review of "The Chicago Underworld," (Original title: "Gem of the Prairie") by Herbert Asbury, 1940. New York: Ace Books, paper, 292 pages.
(This book is about the past corruption, violence, and mayhem in Chicago. I am glad to report that the city is one of the safest on earth, now, and everything is fine and peaceful. I found this book at my favorite thrift shop. This particular copy is terribly bent and worn, with pages falling out on the floor. It has been a challenge reading it. As I turn the pages they fall apart... it is turning to dust, as would a mummy...)