The Eight-Fingered Criminal's Son

by William Snyder

THE EIGHT-FINGERED CRIMINAL'S SON is a quirky collection of mostly true stories about growing up in 1970s Southern California.

178 pages, Paperback

First published October 17, 2011

About the author

William Snyder has worked as a landscaper, shoe salesman, waiter, water delivery man, plumber's assistant, comedian, freelance writer, and educational television writer and host. He teaches high school in Arizona where he lives with his wife and daughters.

Reviews

[C.M. · Rating 5 out of 5]

No matter the area you’re from, that place likely retains unforgettable memories; some of them wonderful, and others embarrassing. Regardless of the type, those memories have -no doubt- helped shape you into the person you are today. Recollections of lost loves and the folks you never had the chance to love, disagreements, and general awkwardness while growing up. If you’ve experienced any of these situations, you’ll relate to William Snyder’s unique portrayal of similar events while growing up in Southern California. This is a great read.

[Roni · Rating 5 out of 5]

Highly entertaining! I grew up in Hawthorne, so I could really relate to a lot of the book. But it's a great read even if you're not from Hawthorne!