Pork and Beans

by Ralph Marco

Overview

Pork and Beans is a thrilling journey into gangland Chicago set in the 1950's in the waning days of the absolute power and corruption of the gang controlled streets. This story is a collection of memories about true stories and/or actual events from one man who relates his efforts to leave the organized crime environment of the infamous "Melrose Park;" and his life of criminal cronies to begin a new and "normal life."

The story is an incredible and revealing narrative about life on the inside of the 'gritty gangland lifestyle'. It is a compelling and contemporary accounting that brings forth an array of emotions; beginning with a painful and barren childhood, to the streets of crime and the most notorious gangster criminals from the annals of Chicago history.

Johnny Altier finds "normal life" boring and far less fruitful than his former lifestyle and income. He struggles daily with day to day events and earnings; finally emerging with this collection of funny, compelling, womanizing, sometimes gruesome and heartless stories!

Product Details

BN ID:	2940032919742
Publisher:	Ralph Marco
Publication date:	12/10/2011
Sold by:	Smashwords
Format:	eBook
File size:	2 MB

About the Author

Originally from Chicago, Ralph now resides in South Florida where he is the featured act in 'American Stardust'. Ralph also maintains a private studio and is an accomplished sculptor, specializing in southwest bronze work. He has just completed his novel Pork and Beans, which is available as an ebook and published through Smashwords. He is also the founder of 'American Stardust', a new platform of opportunity for seasoned entertainers nationwide . He has developed a distinctive and well-traveled musical fluency enjoyed by fans worldwide via the Internet. Specializing in Ray Charles, with his own unique interpretation, his performances tug at the heart and touch the soul leaving audiences waiting with baited breath for the next song.