Finding Judge Crater

On the night of August 6, 1930, Judge Joseph Force Crater mysteriously disappeared after hailing a taxi in Manhattan, igniting a decades-long investigation that involved some of the city’s top officials and figures from the political and social scene. Using recently uncovered evidence, the book explores Crater’s rise within the vibrant and corrupt world of 1920s Manhattan and examines how his disappearance foreshadowed the city’s transformation during the Great Depression. This narrative delves into the enigmatic case, offering new insights into one of New York City’s most enduring mysteries.