The Australian Gamble

Name: The Australian Gamble
Brand: Bloomsbury Publishing PTY Ltd
SKU: 9781538177082
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Organized Crime Down Under

By Paul Bleakley

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The Australian Gamble by Paul Bleakley immerses readers in a world of high-stakes crime and suspense. The tale navigates a thrilling landscape where characters face moral quandaries and deception as they chase down fortune amidst Australia's spirited backdrop. Expect unexpected twists as the story delves into the gripping intricacies of crime and consequence.
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This riveting crime and thriller story may appeal to you if you're intrigued by the intertwining of historical events and modern crime. It's perfect for those who enjoy tales of both risk and redemption, set in an Australian backdrop rich with intrigue and mystery.

The Australian Gamble

The Australian Gamble explores Jack Rooklyn’s, the Bally gambling organization managing director, role as a thread that connects some of the best-recognized characters, and most pivotal events, in Australian criminal history.

The Australian Gamble tells the story Jack Rooklyn, from his youth as a Jewish émigré to his debut in the Australian entertainment industry and his ties to organized crime in the U.S. and abroad.

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The Australian Gamble explores Jack Rooklyn’s role as a thread that connects some of the best-recognised characters, and most pivotal events, in Australian criminal history. It is a story that begins overseas, with the origins of the Bally poker machine company—a scandal-prone business with a name that was fated to be forever linked with Rooklyn’s.

From humble origins in Al Capone’s Chicago, Bally rode the amusement game wave to become one of the biggest players in the gaming industry worldwide ... a status that made it an attractive target for takeover by America’s Italian Mafia.

Run out of Cuba on the heels of Castro’s communist revolution, ‘The Families’ were looking for new opportunities to expand their gaming ambitions, both in the desert mecca Las Vegas and (more quietly) through clandestinely sinking their hooks into a financially struggling Bally.

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The Australian Gamble by Paul Bleakley explores the intricate history of organized crime in Australia, focusing on the lesser-known figure Israel "Jack" Rooklyn and his connections to the American company Bally. The book draws parallels between Australian and American Mafia history, providing an engaging narrative across various settings, from casinos to courtrooms. It's praised for its detailed exploration of crime's global influence and its captivating storytelling, making it a must-read for crime enthusiasts interested in the interplay of local and international crime elements.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781538177082

Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing Plc

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 15 July 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Rowman & Littlefield

Illustration: 6 b/w photos

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 158.0mm

Height: 230.0mm

Weight: 476g

Pages: 264

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Australian & Pacific History Biography & Memoir Crime & Thriller Education & Reference Fiction History & Military Paul Bleakley True Crime

About the Author

Paul Bleakley is assistant professor of Criminal Justice at the University of New Haven. Before entering the academic world, Paul was a journalist working in both London and Sydney. He is the author of two books on crime in Australia: Under a Bad Sun (2021) and Policing Child Sexual Abuse (2022).