Legs by William Kennedy
"Legs" is a fictional biography of the notorious gangster Jack 'Legs' Diamond, set in the Prohibition era. The narrative, told from the perspective of Marcus Gorman, a lawyer and friend to Diamond, explores the gangster's life, his criminal activities, his relationships, and his untimely death. The book provides a vivid portrayal of the Jazz Age, offering a deep exploration of the criminal underworld of that time.
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- Published
- 1975
- Nationality
- American
- Length
- Medium
- Pages
- 317
- Original Language
- English
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(4.0)
- Alternate Titles
- None
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- 80th on 20th Century's Greatest Hits: 100 English-Language Books of Fiction (Larry McCaffery)