Synopsis
Young Billy Bathgate witnesses atrocities of the crime world in his introduction to a brutal and unsparing life that takes him through the heart of the city and the rural underworld in Depression-era America
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Review
A wonderful addition to the ranks of American boy heroes . . . Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer with more poetry, Holden Caulfield with more zest and spirit . . . The kind of book you find yourself finishing at three in the morning after promising at midnight that you ll stop at the next page. "New York Times Book Review
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A modern American masterpiece . . . Doctorow takes up the legacies of Fitzgerald and Cheever and adds to them a savage and erotic splendor of his own. John le Carre
Indelible in its fierce energy, its relentless irony, its rawness. "Philadelphia Inquirer
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Riveting . . . mesmerizing . . . unforgettable. "Time
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Enthralling. "Los Angeles Times"
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"A wonderful addition to the ranks of American boy heroes . . . Huck Finn and Tom Sawyer with more poetry, Holden Caulfield with more zest and spirit . . . The kind of book you find yourself finishing at three in the morning after promising at midnight that you'll stop at the next page."--New York Times Book Review
"A modern American masterpiece . . . Doctorow takes up the legacies of Fitzgerald and Cheever and adds to them a savage and erotic splendor of his own."--John le Carre
"Indelible in its fierce energy, its relentless irony, its rawness."--Philadelphia Inquirer
"Riveting . . . mesmerizing . . . unforgettable."--Time
"Enthralling."--Los Angeles Times
About the Author
E. L. Doctorow (1931-2015) was one of America's most accomplished and acclaimed writers. Winner of the National Book Award, three National Book Critics Circle Awards, two PEN/Faulkner Awards, and the National Humanities Medal, he is the author of twelve novels that explored the drama of American life from the late-19th century to the 21st.
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Seller: World of Books (was SecondSale), Montgomery, IL, U.S.A.
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Condition: Very Good. Item in very good condition! Textbooks may not include supplemental items i.e. CDs, access codes etc. Seller Inventory # 00097594145
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Billy Bathgate
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Billy Bathgate
Seller: Aspen Book Co., Denver, CO, U.S.A.
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Condition: good. A well-loved companion. Corners and cover might show a little wear, and you could find some notes or highlights. The dust jacket might be MIA, it might have been a library book and extras aren't guaranteedâ"but the story's all there! Seller Inventory # PKV.0394525299.G
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Billy Bathgate
Seller: Zoom Books Company, Lynden, WA, U.S.A.
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Condition: very_good. Book is in very good condition and may include minimal underlining highlighting. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service. Seller Inventory # ZBV.0394525299.VG
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Seller: Zoom Books East, Glendale Heights, IL, U.S.A.
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Billy Bathgate
Seller: Zoom Books East, Glendale Heights, IL, U.S.A.
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Condition: good. Book is in good condition and may include underlining highlighting and minimal wear. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service. Seller Inventory # ZEV.0394525299.G
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Billy Bathgate
Seller: Zoom Books East, Glendale Heights, IL, U.S.A.
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Condition: acceptable. Book is in acceptable condition and shows signs of wear. Book may also include underlining highlighting. The book can also include "From the library of" labels. May not contain miscellaneous items toys, dvds, etc. . We offer 100% money back guarantee and 24 7 customer service. Seller Inventory # ZEV.0394525299.A
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Billy Bathgate
Seller: Reliant Bookstore, El Dorado, KS, U.S.A.
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Condition: good. This book is in good condition with very minimal damage. Pages may have minimal notes or highlighting. Cover image on the book may vary from photo. Ships out quickly in a secure plastic mailer. Seller Inventory # RDV.0394525299.G
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Billy Bathgate
Seller: BookHolders, Towson, MD, U.S.A.
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Condition: Fair. [ No Hassle 30 Day Returns ][ Ships Daily ] [ Underlining/Highlighting: NONE ] [ Writing: NONE ] [ Edition: reprint ] [ Water Damage: SLIGHT, doesn't affect use ] Publisher: Random House Pub Date: 2/4/1989 Binding: Hardcover Pages: 323 reprint edition. Seller Inventory # 2550441
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Billy Bathgate
Seller: BookHolders, Towson, MD, U.S.A.
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Condition: Good. [ No Hassle 30 Day Returns ][ Ships Daily ] [ Underlining/Highlighting: NONE ] [ Writing: NONE ] [ Edition: reprint ] Publisher: Random House Pub Date: 2/4/1989 Binding: Hardcover Pages: 323 reprint edition. Seller Inventory # 2021372