Bücher von Jennifer Gaynor

It might surprise you to learn that women have actually played a major role in the gambling industry from its earliest days--as gamblers, dealers, and even gaming establishment owners. In fact, some of Las Vegas'' first and most historic casinos were owned and run by women. Just how did each rise to the top in the "man''s world" of casinos and gaming?That (Expletive) Broad: Women Who Broke Barriers in the Casino and Gaming Industry is an exploration of the journeys of some of the amazing women who have defied the odds and pushed the boundaries to make their mark in the world of gaming. These inspiring women ("Broads") provide a unique perspective into the history of Las Vegas and the casino and gaming industry. This book is a must for readers who would like to be inspired by true stories of women who have broken barriers, even when their presence as women was not always welcome. Each and every one of these women were (or are), in their own way, That (Expletive) Broad!