American Tabloid by James Ellroy
"American Tabloid" is a gritty crime novel that delves into the underbelly of American society during the late 1950s and early 1960s. The narrative follows three rogue law enforcement officers involved in various illicit activities, including drug trafficking, union corruption, and political conspiracies. The story intertwines with real historical events leading up to the JFK assassination, suggesting a sinister link between organized crime, the CIA, and the highest levels of government.
The 1681st greatest book of all time
- Published
- 1995
- Nationality
- American
- Type
- Fiction
- Pages
- 576
- Words
- 164,000
- Original Language
- English
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- 200th on The 500 best books of all time from Culture Café users (Culture Café)
- 361st on Our Users' Favorite Books of All Time (The Greatest Books Users)
- The 80 Books Every Man Should Read (Esquire)
- 100 Novels That Shaped Our World (BBC)