Mickey Cohen

In the mid-twentieth century mob boss Mickey Cohen ruled LA for over a decade, by turns terrorising and captivating its inhabitants with his corrupt dealings and notorious lifestyle. Equal parts biography and history of mid-century LA, Mickey Cohen is a seductive blend of true crime and glamour featuring Hollywood legends and highly placed politicians.With shocking revelations about countless icons from Shirley Temple and Lana Turner to tales of shady deals with politicians like RFK...
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In the mid-twentieth century mob boss Mickey Cohen ruled LA for over a decade, by turns terrorising and captivating its inhabitants with his corrupt dealings and notorious lifestyle. Equal parts biography and history of mid-century LA, Mickey Cohen is a seductive blend of true crime and glamour featuring Hollywood legends and highly placed politicians.With shocking revelations about countless icons from Shirley Temple and Lana Turner to tales of shady deals with politicians like RFK and Richard Nixon, Cohen's path crossed with some of the most famous figures of the era.