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Once Upon a Time in New York
Jimmy Walker, Franklin Roosevelt, and the Last Great Battle of the Jazz Age
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Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1920s New York City, the narrative explores the intertwined careers of Jimmy Walker, the charismatic "Night Mayor," and Franklin D. Roosevelt, the elite governor. Through a rich tapestry of newspaper quotes and legal transcripts, the book vividly depicts their contrasting paths, highlighting the political intrigue and social dynamics of the era. It delves into the factors contributing to Walker's decline and Roosevelt's ascent, featuring a diverse cast of characters who influenced their fates.
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Once Upon a Time in New York, Herbert Mitgang
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- Released
- 2003
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- Title
- Once Upon a Time in New York
- Subtitle
- Jimmy Walker, Franklin Roosevelt, and the Last Great Battle of the Jazz Age
- Language
- English
- Authors
- Herbert Mitgang
- Released
- 2003
- Format
- Paperback
- Pages
- 288
- ISBN13
- 9780815412632
- Category
- Music, Maps and Travel, World history, Film
- Description
- Set against the vibrant backdrop of 1920s New York City, the narrative explores the intertwined careers of Jimmy Walker, the charismatic "Night Mayor," and Franklin D. Roosevelt, the elite governor. Through a rich tapestry of newspaper quotes and legal transcripts, the book vividly depicts their contrasting paths, highlighting the political intrigue and social dynamics of the era. It delves into the factors contributing to Walker's decline and Roosevelt's ascent, featuring a diverse cast of characters who influenced their fates.