• Author: Freddy Bentivegna – Celebrated Chicago pool legend known for his sharp wit and deep knowledge of the game.

• Encyclopedia of Hustlers – A fascinating collection of stories from America’s most colorful pool rooms.

• Behind-the-Scenes Insight – Meet the real-life characters, gamblers, and hustlers who shaped pool’s golden era.

• Authentic Pool Culture – Captures the history, humor, and hustle of the game from a player’s perspective.

• Perfect Gift for Enthusiasts – A must-read for anyone who loves billiards history, storytelling, and street-smart wisdom.

Step into the gritty, exciting world of American pool halls with Freddy “The Beard” Bentivegna’s The Encyclopedia of Pool Hustlers — an unforgettable collection of stories from one of billiards’ most legendary figures.

Bentivegna brings to life the characters, rivalries, and adventures that defined the golden age of hustling. From smoky backrooms to high-stakes matchups, this book captures the raw humor, strategy, and heart of the road players who made pool a way of life.

Perfect for players, collectors, and fans of billiard culture, this book is both an entertaining read and a valuable record of pool’s untold history, told by a man who lived it.