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Tokyo Underworld: The Fast Times and Hard Life of an American Gangster in Japan,New
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A riveting account of the role of Americans in the evolution of the Tokyo underworld in the years since 1945.In the ashes of postwar Japan lay a gold mine for certain opportunistic, expatriate Americans. Addicted to the volatile energy of Tokyo's freewheeling underworld, they formed evershifting but everprofitable alliances with warring Japanese and Korean gangsters. At the center of this world was Nick Zappetti, an exmarine from New York City who arrived in Tokyo in 1945, and whose restaurant soon became the rage throughout the city and the chief watering hole for celebrities, diplomats, sports figures, and mobsters.Tokyo Underworld chronicles the halfcentury rise and fall of the fortunes of Zappetti and his comrades, drawing parallels to the great shift of wealth from America to Japan in the late 1980s and the changes in Japanese society and U.S.Japan relations that resulted. In doing so, Whiting exposes Japan's extraordinary 'underground empire': a web of powerful alliances among crime bosses, corporate chairmen, leading politicians, and public figures. It is an amazing story told with a galvanizing blend of history and reportage.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main subject of 'Tokyo Underworld'? A: 'Tokyo Underworld' explores the role of Americans in the development of the Tokyo underworld from 1945 onwards, focusing on the life of Nick Zappetti and his connections with Japanese and Korean gangsters.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Tokyo Underworld'? A: The book is authored by Robert Whiting, who provides an in-depth look at the intersection of American expatriates and Japan's criminal underbelly.
- Q: What type of book is 'Tokyo Underworld'? A: 'Tokyo Underworld' is classified as a crime and criminal biography, blending historical narrative with investigative reporting.
- Q: How many pages does 'Tokyo Underworld' have? A: 'Tokyo Underworld' consists of 384 pages, offering a comprehensive look at its subject matter.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New', ensuring that it is in excellent condition for readers.
- Q: When was 'Tokyo Underworld' published? A: 'Tokyo Underworld' was published on March 30, 1999.
- Q: Is 'Tokyo Underworld' a hardcover book? A: Yes, 'Tokyo Underworld' is available in a hardcover binding, which provides durability for readers.
- Q: What edition of the book is being offered? A: The book is offered as a 'First Edition', marking its original release.
- Q: What themes are explored in 'Tokyo Underworld'? A: 'Tokyo Underworld' delves into themes of crime, expatriate life, and the socio-economic changes in Japan post-World War II.
- Q: Can you summarize the narrative style of 'Tokyo Underworld'? A: The narrative style of 'Tokyo Underworld' combines historical analysis with compelling storytelling, making it both informative and engaging.