Forty Years of Hustling

Forty Years Of Hustling is a memoir written by Edward E. Palmer, detailing his experiences as a hustler in various cities across the United States. The book covers a span of four decades, from the 1950s to the 1990s, and recounts Palmer’s exploits as a con artist, card player, and pool hustler.Palmer’s stories are filled with colorful characters, tense moments, and unexpected twists. He describes the various scams he ran, such as selling fake watches or running rigged card games. He also shares anecdotes about his interactions with other hustlers, including legendary figures like Minnesota Fats and Titanic Thompson.Throughout the book, Palmer reflects on the morality of his actions and the toll that his lifestyle took on his personal relationships. He also provides insight into the psychology of hustling and the mindset required to succeed in this world.Overall, Forty Years Of Hustling is a fascinating and entertaining read that offers a unique perspective on the underground world of hustling. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of gambling and con artistry in America.This is a new release of the original 1942 edition.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.