Sydney Noir: The Golden Years is the first ever book devoted entirely to the golden years of the Sydney underworld.
In the late 1960s, Sydney was one of the most prosperous places on earth and one of the most corrupt. A large proportion of the population was engaged in illegal gambling and other activities that made colourful characters such as Lennie McPherson, Abe Saffron and George Freeman wealthy.
In the late 1960s, Sydney was one of the most prosperous places on earth and one of the most corrupt
Thousands of American soldiers on their seven-day leave from Vietnam turned Kings Cross, with its strip shows and night clubs, into one big party.
In Sydney Noir, Michael Duffy and Nick Hordern revisit this dark yet fascinating chapter of Sydney’s history, telling stories that would be unbelievable were they not true. The also argue that then premier, Sir Robert Askin, may not have been as guilty of corruption as many have claimed.
Gleebooks Blackheath is hosting Michael Duffy in conversation with Mark Tedeschi AM QC on June 25.
Duffy has worked for The Sydney Morning Herald and the Sun Herald as a reporter of crime and other urban issues. He is the author of many crime books including The Tower, The Simple Death and Drive By. Tedeschi is a barrister, law professor, photographer and author of three true crime novels.
The event is at Glenella, Blackheath, on Sunday, June 25, at 2pm for a 2.30pm start. Cost is $15 ($12 concession) which includes afternoon tea. Bookings essential: Phone Gleebooks on 4787 6340 or email victoria@gleebooks.com.au.
