Gambling on a Dream:The Classic Las Vegas Strip 1956-1973

Do you love the Classic Las Vegas Strip?

If so, this book is for you- Gambling on a Dream: The Classic Las Vegas Strip 1956-1973 continues the story of that beloved era when Sinatra, Sammy Davis and many other famous entertainers were appearing in intimate showrooms up and down the famed boulevard.

 From conception to implosion, you get the detailed histories of the hotels built during those swinging years.

Hotels include: The Hacienda, The Tropicana, The Stardust, The Aladdin, Caesars Palace, Circus Circus, The Landmark, The International and the original MGM Grand Hotel.

Featuring rarely-seen images and video clips that highlight the men and women who worked there, played there and entertained there.

Myths are explored, such as Howard Hughes was brought in to buy the mob out, debunking the myths with the real stories.

Also included are little known facts and stories about the decline of the mob (including stories about Frank "Lefty" Rosenthal and Tony Spilotro), and personal insights to what it was like to work for Donn Arden, Jay Sarno, Warren "Doc" Bayley and Kirk Kerkorian.

If you love Las Vegas or history, this book is for you!