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American Tabloid

eng. American Tabloid · 1995
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Interesting Facts

  • The book is the first part of the «Underworld USA» trilogy, which explores political and criminal events in America from the late 1950s to the early 1970s.
  • The plot spans five years, starting in 1958 and ending with the assassination of John F. Kennedy in 1963, and includes numerous real historical events and figures.
  • The novel is known for its complex and multi-layered narrative, intertwining the fates of several main characters, each with their hidden motives and ties to the criminal world.
  • The book has been praised for its style, which combines elements of noir and historical prose, creating a dark and tense atmosphere.
  • The author uses a unique narrative approach, including fragments of newspaper articles, reports, and other documents, to add depth and realism to the story.
American Tabloid
Date of publication: 14 December 2024
Last updated: 1 July 2025
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Original titleeng. American Tabloid · 1995
Genre: Thriller