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Jimmy Breslin

Jimmy Breslin is Pulitzer-prize winning American columnist and author.

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Trumpet Lessons, Life Lessons

<p>In an excerpt from Jimmy Breslin’s autobiographical novel—his first published work in a decade—the legendary columnist describes his first trumpet lessons, and stumbles upon a scene of heartbreaking beauty.</p>

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The Harlem Riot

The legendary reporter dives into the how and why of rioting in New York City.

Jimmy Breslin

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X-Mas When Your Husband’s in the Joint

The legendary reporter explores the world of those missing out on the holiday cheer.

Jimmy Breslin

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For the Love of a Thief

The legendary reporter follows Klein the Lawyer and Joan the Thief in their exploits.

Jimmy Breslin

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Best of Breslin: The Chinese Verdict

The legendary reporter watches a lawyer work a courtroom like few others.

Jimmy Breslin

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Praying for a Winner

The legendary reporter takes a look at a man who loves the racing tracks.

Jimmy Breslin

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Fat Thomas Broils Them

The legendary reporter shares the story of a mythical figure in the betting world.

Jimmy Breslin

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Stander, As In Stand-Up

The legendary reporter on Lionel Stander, an actor waylaid by accusations of communist sympathies.

Jimmy Breslin

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Best of Breslin: The Cuban Baseball Fan

The legendary reporter heads to Cuba, the island of baseball fanatics.

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They Always Shoot the Young

The legendary reporter's column on the conflict in the Holy Land that is still relevant today.

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