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In this lively and probing book, award-winning author Pete Earley traces the extraordinary evolution of Las Vegas -- from the gaudy Mecca of the Rat Pack era to one of the country's top family vacation spots. He revisits the city's checkered history of moguls, mobsters, and entertainers, reveals the real stories of well-known power brokers like Steve Wynn and legends like Howard Hughes and Bugsy Siegel, and offers a fascinating portrait of the life, death, and fantastic rebirth of the Las Vegas Strip.
Earley also documents the gripping tale of the entrepreneurs behind the rise and fall and rise again of one of the largest gaming corporations in the nation, Circus Circus -- to which he was given unique access. In his trademark you-are-there style, he takes us behind the scenes to meet the blackjack dealers and hookers, the heavy hitters and bit players, the security officers, cabbies, and showgirls who are caught up in the mercurial pace that pulses at the heart of this astounding city.
Earley also documents the gripping tale of the entrepreneurs behind the rise and fall and rise again of one of the largest gaming corporations in the nation, Circus Circus -- to which he was given unique access. In his trademark you-are-there style, he takes us behind the scenes to meet the blackjack dealers and hookers, the heavy hitters and bit players, the security officers, cabbies, and showgirls who are caught up in the mercurial pace that pulses at the heart of this astounding city.
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9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
Format:Mass Market Paperback
Being a Las Vegas fanatic (go there yearly if I can) this book was a brilliant insight into the beginnings of Sin City. It starts way back when Vegas was just a dusty track in the middle of the desert, and goes on to today. It recounts the beginnings of many of the casinos, tells the inside story, how the mob ran Vegas in the 'bad' old days and gives neat little snippets of casino staff and patrons. Also gives you a few tips on what to play and not to play....not that it did ME any good last time we were there. But I do recommend this book very highly! Excellently written and very easy to read and enjoy!
5 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Mass Market Paperback
I've been to Las Vegas (Lost Wages) three times now and wanted to get underneath all that glitters and learn a lot more of the history and goings-on there. I often graze-read and usually have several books on my bedside table, however I read Super Casino over three days (a record for me!). I found the mix of stories and perspectives fascinating and left me yearning to get back to Vegas as soon as I can. I had no idea how much the Luxor has changed in its short history despite having stayed there twice. Well worth buying.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
Fascinating behind-the-scenes look at the busiest hotels in the world - Vegas hotels! Looks at how they are run to ensure a perfect guest experience... details security teams employed to keep the guests under control.
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Compelling stories about Las Vegas casino life
Earley provides the reader with a fascinating insight into how the mega resorts on Las Vegas Boulevard are run. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Melvin
Engrossing and entertaining
Very well written and while it tells the tale of an incredible city, it's never sensationalistic in it's tone. Read more
Published 8 months ago by Phil
Insightful on the age of the super casino
Just finished this book and I can't speak highly enough about it. If you're interested in the modern super casino world of Las Vegas and their inner workings then you'll love this... Read more
Published 22 months ago by uncle_moe
everything you need to know !!!!
the book started with the current casinos and how a few games are played.I was dissappointed as i bought the book to tell me about the HISTORY of Las Vegas. Read more
Published 23 months ago by Sarah
Super Casino
If you are interested in the history of Vegas this is the book for you
Published on 19 Mar 2010 by Lynn Curd
Awesome book....
Awesome book on Vegas - particularly the 50s and 60s chapters. Corrects lots of myths and is so well written, you can really get into it and imagine yourself there! Read more
Published on 13 Mar 2009 by James Greenwood
A Tawdry Look at Life and Vacations in Vegas
Seldom has so much writing talent been so misdirected in a project as occurred with this book. Mr. Earley sought out every seamy angle he could about Las Vegas, past and present,... Read more
Published on 12 May 2004 by Donald Mitchell
Fascinating!
A great book about Vegas and the goings-on inside the Luxor and other casinos. Great stuff
Published on 6 Dec 2000
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