Dillinger, the Hidden Truth: A Tribute to Gangsters and G-Men of the Great Depression Era

by Tony Stewart

Dillinger, The Hidden Truth, is a "Historical Tribute" to the Gangsters and G-men of the Great Depression Era.   PLEASE This is the unedited version of this book, which was released by the publisher as a First Edition. Often these unedited rough drafts are released as first editions.  The author recommends readers to instead purchase  Dillinger, The Hidden Truth - RELOADED, which is updated and edited.  The most detailed account written on Dillinger with over 20 years of research and accuracy. Includes a rare and one time only interview with the author´s great aunt, Beryl Hovious Dillinger. (John Dillinger´s only wife) Mrs Hovious-Dillinger revealed the real John Dillinger and his objectives in this never before interview. With focus based on both sides of the law, the reader is shown how the authoritative side verses the criminal. Chapters on Bonnie and Clyde, Pretty Boy Floyd, Ma Barker and many others. "Dillinger, The Hidden Truth" contains over fifty photographs, some of which, are very rare and unpublished, rare personal interviews and a complete informative reference section and guide.

515 pages, Hardcover

First published January 1, 2002

Reviews

[Kris · Rating 1 out of 5]

This book is terrible.

[John Dillinger · Rating 5 out of 5]

DILLINGER, THE HIDDEN TRUTH: RE-LOADED, is a revised updated edition with new documentation and nearly 200 photographs, several unpublished. The Great Depression brought about the birth of Public Enemies, adding an element of corruption and lawlessness on both sides of the law. The fine line between the good and the bad guys was narrow, if not indistinguishable. Dillinger, Pretty Boy Floyd, Baby Face Nelson, Bonnie & Clyde, Capone and several others are included in this rip-roaring account. Including early years of criminals that lead them into a life of crime. Inside look at Dillinger's Crown Point escape, and the truth behind the wooden gun. Dillinger escaped several Police and FBI traps, broke out of two jails, raided three police stations, masterminded the largest escape from Indiana State Penitentiary, and became the first "Public Enemy Number One" on the FBI's most wanted list. Includes a Tribute the Joe Pinkston and the ONLY interview ever from Dillinger's wife Beryl Hovious.

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[John Dillinger · Rating 5 out of 5]

Dillinger, The Hidden Truth, is a unedited book, considered "first addition." It is an "Historical Tribute" to the Gangsters and G-men of the Great Depression Era. This is the most detailed account written on Dillinger with over 20 years of research and accuracy. Includes a rare and one time only interview with the author´s great aunt, Beryl Hovious Dillinger. (John Dillinger´s only wife) Mrs Hovious-Dillinger revealed the real John Dillinger and his objectives in this never before interview. With focus based on both sides of the law, the reader is shown how the authoritative side verses the criminal. Chapters on Bonnie and Clyde, Pretty Boy Floyd, Ma Barker and many others. "Dillinger, The Hidden Truth" contains over fifty photographs, some of which, are very rare and unpublished, rare personal interviews and a complete informative reference section and guide. Also look for the revised edited version entitled, Dillinger, The Hidden Truth-Reloaded at http://dillinger72234.webs.com

[Michele · Rating 1 out of 5]

This book has so many typos and is just so poorly-written and edited that it is nearly impossible to read after a while. Seriously, the writing is so horrifying that it takes center stage and you can't really absorb the story it's trying so desperately to tell. It got to the point where I was reading passages out loud to people so we could laugh at the sheer absurdity of the writing itself. And what on EARTH does a book on John Dillinger have to do with the author's personal opinions about 9-11 and George W. Bush???

If you can bungle a subject as entertaining as Johnnie D, I'm afraid there's little hope.

[Tony Stewart · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book was the first addition, and is more of a rough draft. However it does contain many unknown facts. I recommend readers purchasing the newer copy entitled, Dillinger, The Hidden Truth - RELOADED. This is an updated version, which IS a great read!

[Donna · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think this was the best book on Dillinger that I read.