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Author: J. North Conway Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield ISBN: 076277732X Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 336
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The remarkable career of one of America’s greatest detectives—a story of murder, mayhem, and intrigue Philip Marlowe, Dirty Harry, and even Law & Order—none of these would exist as they do today were it not for the legendary career of nineteenth-century New York City cop Thomas Byrnes. From 1854 to 1895, Byrnes rose through the ranks of the city’s police department to become one of the most celebrated detectives in American history, a larger-than-life figure who paved the way for modern-day police methods, both good and bad. During the age of Gangs of New York, Byrnes solved many of the most sensational and high-profile cases in the city and the country. He captured Manhattan’s Jack the Ripper copy-cat killer; solved the murder of prostitute Maude Merrill, who was killed by her jealous lover—her own uncle; solved the largest bank heist in American history; arrested anarchist Emma Goldman for inciting a riot in Union Square; and accomplished much more. For both good and ill, according to the New York Times, Byrnes “shaped not just the New York City Detective Bureau but the template for detective work . . . in every modern American metropolis.” He not only pioneered crime scene investigation, but also perfected the brutal interrogation process called “the third degree.” He revolutionized the gathering of evidence and was the first to use mug shots and keep criminal records. But when Police Commissioner Theodore Roosevelt investigated the corruption that had plagued the department for decades, the man one prominent journalist had dubbed the “big policeman” was forced to resign. Bringing the Gilded Age to life as he did in his acclaimed King of Heists: The Sensational Bank Robbery of 1878 That Shocked America, J. North Conway narrates in thrilling, vivid detail the crimes, murders, corruption, and gritty police work associated with the father of the American detective.
Author: J. North Conway Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield ISBN: 076277732X Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 336
Book Description
The remarkable career of one of America’s greatest detectives—a story of murder, mayhem, and intrigue Philip Marlowe, Dirty Harry, and even Law & Order—none of these would exist as they do today were it not for the legendary career of nineteenth-century New York City cop Thomas Byrnes. From 1854 to 1895, Byrnes rose through the ranks of the city’s police department to become one of the most celebrated detectives in American history, a larger-than-life figure who paved the way for modern-day police methods, both good and bad. During the age of Gangs of New York, Byrnes solved many of the most sensational and high-profile cases in the city and the country. He captured Manhattan’s Jack the Ripper copy-cat killer; solved the murder of prostitute Maude Merrill, who was killed by her jealous lover—her own uncle; solved the largest bank heist in American history; arrested anarchist Emma Goldman for inciting a riot in Union Square; and accomplished much more. For both good and ill, according to the New York Times, Byrnes “shaped not just the New York City Detective Bureau but the template for detective work . . . in every modern American metropolis.” He not only pioneered crime scene investigation, but also perfected the brutal interrogation process called “the third degree.” He revolutionized the gathering of evidence and was the first to use mug shots and keep criminal records. But when Police Commissioner Theodore Roosevelt investigated the corruption that had plagued the department for decades, the man one prominent journalist had dubbed the “big policeman” was forced to resign. Bringing the Gilded Age to life as he did in his acclaimed King of Heists: The Sensational Bank Robbery of 1878 That Shocked America, J. North Conway narrates in thrilling, vivid detail the crimes, murders, corruption, and gritty police work associated with the father of the American detective.
Author: Jennifer Lauck Publisher: Simon and Schuster ISBN: 1451644302 Category : Biography & Autobiography Languages : en Pages : 416
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With the startling emotional immediacy of a fractured family photo album, Jennifer Lauck's incandescent memoir is the story of an ordinary girl growing up at the turn of the 1970s and the truly extraordinary circumstances of a childhood lost. Wrenching and unforgettable, Blackbird will carry your heart away. The house on Mary Street was home to Jennifer; her older brother B.J.; their hardworking father, who smelled like aftershave and read her Snow White; and their mother, who called her little daughter Sunshine and embraced Jackie Kennedy's sense of style. Through a child's eyes, the skies of Carson City were forever blue, and life was perfect -- a world of Barbies, Bewitched, and the Beatles. Even her mother's pain from her mysterious illness could be patted away with hairspray, powder, and a kiss on the cheek....But soon, everything Jennifer has come to love and rely on begins to crumble, sending her on a roller coaster of loss and loneliness. In a world unhinged by tragedy, where beautiful mothers die and families are warped by more than they can bear, a young girl must transcend a landscape of pain and mistreatment to discover her richest resource: her own unshakable will to survive.
Author: Hannah Lynch Publisher: Namaskar Book ISBN: Category : Languages : en Pages : 149
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Explore the enchanting world of childhood through the eyes of Hannah Lynch as she unfolds the captivating 'Autobiography of A Child,' capturing the innocence and wonder of early life. Embark on a poignant journey through innocence with Hannah Lynch's deeply personal narrative, "Autobiography of A Child: Hannah Lynch's Journey Through Innocence." Step into the shoes of a child as Lynch recounts the magical and sometimes challenging moments that define the early years of life. As Lynch's journey unfolds, experience the world through the eyes of a child, where every discovery is a wonder and every emotion is felt with unfiltered intensity. Her autobiography becomes a touching exploration of the essence of innocence, capturing the beauty and vulnerability of childhood. But here's the twist that will tug at your heart: What if the innocence Lynch describes is not confined to childhood alone? Could her journey be a reflection of the enduring purity that resides within each of us, waiting to be rediscovered? Engage with short, heartfelt paragraphs that capture the essence of childhood innocence. Lynch's words transport you to a time when the world was a canvas of endless possibilities, inviting you to reconnect with the child within. Are you ready to rediscover the magic of innocence through Hannah Lynch's heartfelt autobiography? Immerse yourself in paragraphs that bridge the gap between past and present. Lynch's narrative is not just a memoir; it's an invitation to embrace the enduring spirit of innocence. Will you allow yourself to be transported back to the simplicity and wonder of childhood? Here's your chance to not just read but to experience the journey of innocence. Acquire "Autobiography of A Child: Hannah Lynch's Journey Through Innocence" now, and let Lynch's narrative be your guide into the timeless realm of pure and unspoiled wonder.
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