The Chicago Outfit (Images of America)

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Summary: A Gripping and Graphic Account I Couldn't Put Down
Review: Binder's volume on The Chicago Outfit is really comprehensive, spanning the better part of the twentieth century mob-scene in a great city and region. The text is clear and precise and moves deftly from decade to decade, but it is Binder's unique collection of photos that lends utter fascination to the book, everything from the gorey to the demure and dapper aspects of gangland figures and their lifestyles.

Rating:
Summary: A Gripping and Graphic Account I Couldn't Put Down
Review: Binder's volume on The Chicago Outfit is really comprehensive, spanning the better part of the twentieth century mob-scene in a great city and region. The text is clear and precise and moves deftly from decade to decade, but it is Binder's unique collection of photos that lends utter fascination to the book, everything from the gorey to the demure and dapper aspects of gangland figures and their lifestyles.

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Summary: A Must Read!
Review: John Binder rates among Chicago Gangland's most knowledgeable researchers. Those seeking information about the area's sordid past will not be disappointed by Binder's knowledgeable text and extraordinary photographs. His first book is an informative and delightful read - let's hope it's not his last!

Rating:
Summary: A Must Read!
Review: John Binder rates among Chicago Gangland's most knowledgeable researchers. Those seeking information about the area's sordid past will not be disappointed by Binder's knowledgeable text and extraordinary photographs. His first book is an informative and delightful read - let's hope it's not his last!

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Summary: More! More!
Review: John Binder's "The Chicago Outfit" is a must-have for any serious researcher's library. The pictures and commentary bring an era and its criminals to life like no other work has done, so I'm anxious to see what this author can do with a full-length work on the same subject.

Rating:
Summary: More! More!
Review: John Binder's "The Chicago Outfit" is a must-have for any serious researcher's library. The pictures and commentary bring an era and its criminals to life like no other work has done, so I'm anxious to see what this author can do with a full-length work on the same subject.

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Summary: A Marvelous Depiction!
Review: John J. Binder's book tells the tale of organized crime in America from the turn of the century to more recent times. Unlike most books where there is a lot of dry text to read, John Binder instead illustrates this interesting and colorful node of American history through glorious photographs that depict how these men lived. Raw and unedited, they show us the true criminality invovled and the reasons why organized crime came to be one of the most successful operations ever to be run in America. Binder's book is a true gem to have, from historians, to people possessing a keen facsination for this particular subject!

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Summary: The ultimate reference of Chicago gangland!
Review: John J. Binder's book, The Chicago Outfit is a real treat for anyone who loves gangsters and has a special interest in Chicago gangland. He not only sites interesting facts, includes a wealth of captivating photographs and mug shots, but his analysis of the Chicago gangs is fascinating and informative. A great illustrative book that is a must have. Highly recommended!

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Summary: The ultimate reference of Chicago gangland!
Review: John J. Binder's book, The Chicago Outfit is a real treat for anyone who loves gangsters and has a special interest in Chicago gangland. He not only sites interesting facts, includes a wealth of captivating photographs and mug shots, but his analysis of the Chicago gangs is fascinating and informative. A great illustrative book that is a must have. Highly recommended!

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Summary: An Unforgettable Outfit
Review: Leave it to Chicago's own John Binder to weave an excellent and complete history of the Chicago Mob from Colosimo, Torrio and Capone to Accardo and Giancana and on through the Outfit's waning days in the 1990's. It's a remarkable study and the many rare photos alone are an indispensible addition to any Mob buff's collection. West Side Jack's done his homework!