Secrets of The Krays - My Life in The Firm

John Dickson was a close and trusted henchman of the Krays, and was the man who drove Ronnie to the Blind Beggar pub the night that George Cornell was shot. This book tells the inside story of their gangland underworld and their final arrest.

\n Format: Paperback / softback
\n Length: 256 pages
\n Publication date: 13 December 2018
\n Publisher: John Blake Publishing Ltd
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John Dickson, hailing from Edinburgh, ventured to London in 1964 in pursuit of both employment and an exhilarating escapade. His quest led him to the vibrant pubs and card clubs of the East End, where he encountered the charismatic twins and the esteemed members of their notorious firm. Over the years, he established a close and dependable relationship with the Krays, serving as their trusted henchman. It was Dickson who chauffeured Ronnie to the Blind Beggar pub on the fateful night when George Cornell was tragically shot.

In this captivating and explosive memoir, Dickson unveils the intricate details of Ronnie and Reggie's gangland existence. He vividly recounts the escalating unpredictability and brutally violent tendencies of the twins, culminating in their eventual downfall. This momentous arrest occurred when they believed themselves to be invincible.

"The Secrets of the Krays" serves as an enlightening and exhilarating exploration into the realm of the East End's most notorious sons. This meticulously researched and compelling narrative offers a profound insight into the lives and times of these notorious figures, shedding light on the darker aspects of their existence.

\n Weight: 196g\n
Dimension: 146 x 126 x 15 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781786069542\n \n