Bullets for Dead Hoods

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In the early 2000s, John Corbett discovered a 1933 manuscript in a Chicago junk shop that detailed the Chicago Mafia. The manuscript's sensationalistic and humorous tone resembled an embellished police blotter, naming individuals, providing addresses, and outlining crimes. Presented in facsimile to preserve its physicality, this work offers an expanded overview of the Chicago Outfit through 140 character sketches, featuring notorious figures like Al Capone and Big Jim Colosimo, alongside lesser-known associates. The identity of the manuscript's author remains a mystery—was it a cop, detective, journalist, or disgruntled mafiosi? This enigma adds depth to the narrative, providing a concise introduction to a captivating chapter in American history and weaving together the fabric of Chicago in a fresh way. The edition includes the 1933 manuscript (approximately 200 pages/images), an introduction by Corbett, a list of addresses organized by Chicago's grid layout, and a map marking all mentioned locations.