this book covers a subject often unnoticed in ameican history; socio-eco-political battles native vs immigrant. mr feldberg gives the reader a serious look at a period of tremendous upheaval in early urban america. the research is solid and the writing makes for a good read even for the casual historian.

Every line officer and every police manager can benefit from this book. Anyone involved in hiring new police officers should have this book on the short list of required reading. This country has a need for improving ethics and morality in police work. Now more than ever the very best police officers must be hired and serve the public fairly and objectively. This book articulates the ideal. It is not theoretical, but practical. The book explains how and why police decisions should be made.