Playing The Field: Autobiography Of An All American Racketeer

By Diamond Spike

Book Overview

Playing The Field is an autobiography written by Spike Diamond, a notorious American racketeer. The book provides a detailed account of Diamond's life, from his early days as a street hustler to his rise as a powerful figure in the criminal underworld. Diamond's story is one of ambition, cunning, and ruthlessness, as he navigates the dangerous world of organized crime and becomes a key player in illegal gambling, loan sharking, and other illicit activities. Along the way, Diamond encounters a cast of colorful characters, including fellow gangsters, corrupt politicians, and law enforcement officials. Despite numerous brushes with the law and close calls with death, Diamond manages to stay one step ahead of his enemies and build a vast criminal empire. However, the book also explores the personal toll that a life of crime takes on Diamond, as he struggles with addiction, betrayal, and the constant threat of violence. Playing The Field is a gripping and revealing look at the dark side of American society, as seen through the eyes of one of its most notorious figures.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1163133590
• ISBN13: 9781163133590
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 172 Pages
• Weight: 0.52 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.4" x 6.0" x 9.0"