Way Down in the Hole: The Meteoric Rise, Tragic Fall and Ultimate Redemption of

Description: Way Down in the Hole by Ed Norris, Kevin Cowherd, David Simon This is the incredible story of Americas most promising cop, the dark forces that brought him down and his long, emotional journey back from the abyss. FORMAT Paperback LANGUAGE English CONDITION Brand New Publisher Description Ed Norris career arc was dazzling.He spent 20 years as a crime-fighting savant with the New York Police Department, rising from beat cop to deputy commissioner of operations at age 36. As police commissioner of Baltimore, he breathed life into a demoralized force that lowered the citys infamous homicide count for the first time in a decade. After the 911 attacks, he took over the Maryland State Police and pushed innovative anti-terrorism strategies that made him a national leader in the field.At the University of Virginia, they taught a graduate course about how his leadership techniques transformed one of the most violent cities in the country.He was the golden boy of law enforcement, a brash, larger-than-life figure with a taste for fine restaurants, bespoke clothing and fast motorcycles.Then it all came crashing down.An investigation into a little-known police expense account morphed into what many felt was a politically-motivated hit job by federal prosecutors. Corruption charges were spiced with lurid allegations of pricey dinners with women and gifts purchased at Victorias Secret. Ed Norris protested his innocence, but landed in federal prison. Thus began the hellish ordeal that ultimately cost him his livelihood, reputation, health and marriage.This is the incredible story of Americas most promising cop, the dark forces that brought him down and his long, emotional journey back from the abyss. Review "Ed is a cops cop. But this is not your typical police story; youll have a difficult time putting this one down." --Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr., former Governor of Maryland"Ed Norris has lived a roller-coaster life from American Hero who led the charge against entrenched crime to scapegoat for the political ambitions of others. He knows the dark underbelly of the American crime scene.His story is powerful and provocative. Every citizen should read this; those who do will be wiser for the effort." --James G. Clawson, Johnson & Higgins Professor of Business, Emeritus, The Darden School, University of Virginia Long Description Ed Norris career arc was dazzling. He spent 20 years as a crime-fighting savant with the New York Police Department, rising from beat cop to deputy commissioner of operations at age 36. As police commissioner of Baltimore, he breathed life into a demoralized force that lowered the citys infamous homicide count for the first time in a decade. After the 911 attacks, he took over the Maryland State Police and pushed innovative anti-terrorism strategies that made him a national leader in the field. At the University of Virginia, they taught a graduate course about how his leadership techniques transformed one of the most violent cities in the country. He was the golden boy of law enforcement, a brash, larger-than-life figure with a taste for fine restaurants, bespoke clothing and fast motorcycles. Then it all came crashing down. An investigation into a little-known police expense account morphed into what many felt was a politically-motivated hit job by federal prosecutors. Corruption charges were spiced with lurid allegations of pricey dinners with women and gifts purchased at Victorias Secret. Ed Norris protested his innocence, but landed in federal prison. Thus began the hellish ordeal that ultimately cost him his livelihood, reputation, health and marriage. This is the incredible story of Americas most promising cop, the dark forces that brought him down and his long, emotional journey back from the abyss. Review Quote "Ed is a cops cop. But this is not your typical police story; youll have a difficult time putting this one down." --Robert L. Ehrlich, Jr., former Governor of Maryland "Ed Norris has lived a roller-coaster life from American Hero who led the charge against entrenched crime to scapegoat for the political ambitions of others. He knows the dark underbelly of the American crime scene.His story is powerful and provocative. Every citizen should read this; those who do will be wiser for the effort." --James G. Clawson, Johnson & Higgins Professor of Business, Emeritus, The Darden School, University of Virginia Details ISBN1627201459 Author David Simon ISBN-10 1627201459 ISBN-13 9781627201452 Format Paperback Publisher Apprentice House Year 2017 Publication Date 2017-05-02 Pages 256 Imprint Apprentice House Subtitle The Meteoric Rise, Tragic Fall and Ultimate Redemption of Americas Most Promising Cop DEWEY B Short Title Way down in the Hole Language English UK Release Date 2017-05-02 Illustrations 22 Illustrations Audience General We've got this At The Nile, if you're looking for it, we've got it. With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and well over a million items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! TheNile_Item_ID:119484964;

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