Memoir Chronicles Las Vegas Sportsbook History and Mob Era Characters

A recently published memoir by Art Manteris details his four-decade career in Las Vegas sportsbooks, offering insights into the city's transition from mob-influenced operations to corporate ownership. The book, co-written with journalist Matt Birkbeck, recounts encounters with figures like Sammy Spiegel and Tony Spilotro, describes working at properties including the Stardust and Caesars Palace, and reflects on changes in the gaming industry. Proceeds from the publication support Blood Cancer United and the World Wildlife Fund. Manteris, inducted into the Sports Betting Hall of Fame in 2019, provides historical perspective on Las Vegas's evolution.