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Name: The job
Author: Steve Osborne

Steve Osborne offers a candid view of his two decades in the New York Police Department. From humorous misunderstandings in the streets of Manhattan to the intense realities of 9/11, his recollections capture the paradox of police work—its absurd twists and the bravery required. The book paints a picture of a city and a police force in the 1980s and 1990s, highlighting both the everyday challenges and the personal stakes that drive officers.

First publish date: 2015

Genre: Memoir/Professional Memoir

Authors: Steve Osborne

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