Night Stick: The Autobiography Of Lewis J. Valentine, Former Police Commissioner Of New York is a memoir written by Lewis J. Valentine, who served as the Police Commissioner of New York City from 1984 to 1989. In this book, Valentine shares his personal and professional experiences, including his rise through the ranks of the NYPD, his encounters with notorious criminals, and his efforts to reform the police department.Valentine's memoir provides a unique perspective on law enforcement in New York City during the 1980s. He discusses the challenges he faced as a police officer, including the rise of organized crime, the crack epidemic, and the tensions between the police and minority communities. He also shares his insights into the inner workings of the NYPD, including its culture, leadership, and bureaucracy.Throughout the book, Valentine reflects on his own career and the lessons he learned along the way. He discusses his successes and failures as a police officer, as well as his efforts to improve the department's relationship with the community. He also shares his thoughts on the future of law enforcement in America and the role of the police in society.Overall, Night Stick: The Autobiography Of Lewis J. Valentine, Former Police Commissioner Of New York is a compelling and insightful memoir that offers a unique perspective on law enforcement in one of America's largest cities. It is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of the NYPD, the challenges of modern policing, and the future of law enforcement in America.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.