The Boss, and How He Came to Rule New York

Alfred Henry Lewis's "The Boss, and How He Came to Rule New York" is a compelling examination of the intricate and often murky world of political power in late 19th-century America. Through a blend of vivid narrative and astute character observation, Lewis deftly portrays the rise of a quintessential urban boss, exposing the interplay of greed, ambition, and corruption that defined the political l...