The Purple Shamrock: James Michael Curley - Joseph F. Dinneen (1949, Little, Brown) - First Edition Hardcover, Signed by Curley.
A vivid portrait of one of America's most flamboyant political figures, The Purple Shamrock chronicles the life and legacy of James Michael Curley-four-time mayor of Boston, congressman, and governor of Massachusetts. Written by journalist Joseph F. Dinneen and published in 1949, this biography captures Curley's charisma, controversy, and enduring influence on Boston politics. Signed & Inscribed by James Michael Curley: This copy features a personal inscription from Curley himself on the front endpaper-an extraordinary find for collectors of political memorabilia and signed first editions.First edition hardcover published by Little, Brown and Company (1949). Personally signed and inscribed by James Michael Curley. 376 pages with index; includes black-and-white photo plates. Rich in historical detail and Boston lore.
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