Man Who Rode the Tiger

Herbert Mitgang is an author, playwright, journalist, and teacher. He is author or editor of 15 books in the fields of history, law, literature, reportage and fiction for which he has received wide recognition and numerous awards.

"Excellent . . . a first-rate object lesson of the fight for a decent government in New York." (—American Heritage) "The story of his crusade is fascinating." (—The New York Times)