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Charles Arthur Floyd, better known as Pretty Boy Floyd (19041934), was one of the last of the socalled Robin Hood outlaws in the tradition of Jesse James, Billy the Kid, and John Dillinger. He engaged in numerous bankrobbing exploits across the Midwest until federal agents and local police shot him down near East Liverpool, Ohio, on October 22, 1934a feat which helped build the image of the modern FBI. This detailed account of his life, crimes, and death makes extensive use of FBI reports, government records, local newspapers, and contemporary journalistic accounts. Neither highly intelligent nor polished, Floyd relied on his cool demeanor, shrewd cunning, and expert gunhandling ability, but he was also considered by those who knew him to be generous and honest. During the depression, many people saw banks as enemies and Floyd as a hero, and helped screen him from the police. Once he left a large contribution at an Oklahoma churchand no one reported his visit. He was known to drop in at country dances, dance with the prettiest girls, and pay the fiddler well. One story claims that he kept a rural school in fuel one winter. He attended church regularly, even during intense manhunts, and visited his fathers grave each Memorial Day, despite the risk of capture. In this biography, Jeffery S. King addresses many of the questions still surrounding Floyd, such as whether he had contact with other notorious outlaws of the period, including Dillinger, Alvin Karpis, and Bonnie and Clyde, and whether he was executed by the FBI. He also links Floyd to the infamous Kansas City Massacre. Particularly notable are Kings assessments of the effectiveness of the FBI and of J. Edgar Hoovers talent for self promotion. Jeffery S. King is a freelance writer and retired reference librarian. His articles have appeared in Lincoln Herald, Sepia, and Utah Historical Quarterly.
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- Q: What is the main subject of 'The Life and Death of Pretty Boy Floyd'? A: The book details the life, crimes, and death of Charles Arthur Floyd, known as Pretty Boy Floyd, who was a notorious bank robber during the Great Depression.
- Q: Who is the author of this biography? A: The author is Jeffery S. King, a freelance writer and retired reference librarian.
- Q: What type of book is this? A: This is a reprint paperback biography that provides a detailed account of Pretty Boy Floyd's life and the historical context of his actions.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book contains 272 pages.
- Q: What condition is the book in? A: The book is listed as used but in good condition.
- Q: When was 'The Life and Death of Pretty Boy Floyd' published? A: The book was published on June 1, 1998.
- Q: What can readers expect to learn from this book? A: Readers can expect to learn about Floyd's criminal exploits, his reputation as a Robin Hood figure, and insights into his interactions with the FBI and other outlaws.
- Q: Is there any discussion about the effectiveness of the FBI in this book? A: Yes, the book includes assessments of the FBI's effectiveness and J. Edgar Hoover's self-promotion tactics.
- Q: Does the book explore Floyd's personal life? A: Yes, it touches on aspects of Floyd's personal life, including his interactions with the community and his visits to church.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: The book belongs to the biography genre, specifically focusing on historical crime figures in the United States.