Works by Gianmarc Manzione
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If Quentin Tarantino were to make a movie about bowling, he might look here for inspiration. This throwback look at the late-night NYC action bowling scene is colorful and outrageous, full of crazy gangsters, hustlers, gamblers and of course bowlers. Non-bowlers may be confused by all the name-dropping and I was less engaged once the book focused on Ernie Schlegel's pro path. It's a treat for bowling fans but even casual bowlers may be intrigued by this bygone era.
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Using interviews, archival materials, and his own love of bowling, the author makes the reader feel like he or she is at the bowling alley, watching Schlegel bowl in one of his flashy outfits or witnessing a gangster draw his knife if a bet didn't turn out as planned. This is an exciting read, even if you aren't a fan of bowling.
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