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Thomas M. Cirignano

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Have you ever wondered what South Boston was like back in the 1960s-80s? Thomas Cirignano experienced it all, including the era of Mob Boss, James "Whitey" Bulger and the violent results of court-ordered "Forced Busing" of students. Born in Dorchester, Tom moved to South Boston as a young man and took over his father's auto repair business and gas station. His decades running that shop in the heart of "Southie" would be described as surreal by most standards. Through pure luck, Tom survived numerous life threatening situations. There were also many wonderful friendships formed and plenty of good times as well. This was a history-rich period that was never boring.
Tom authored three books. His most recent is simply titled "Memoirs of a Sout Have you ever wondered what South Boston was like back in the 1960s-80s? Thomas Cirignano experienced it all, including the era of Mob Boss, James "Whitey" Bulger and the violent results of court-ordered "Forced Busing" of students. Born in Dorchester, Tom moved to South Boston as a young man and took over his father's auto repair business and gas station. His decades running that shop in the heart of "Southie" would be described as surreal by most standards. Through pure luck, Tom survived numerous life threatening situations. There were also many wonderful friendships formed and plenty of good times as well. This was a history-rich period that was never boring.
Tom authored three books. His most recent is simply titled "Memoirs of a South Boston Mechanic". Published in June of 2022, it is a new and updated version of his original 2009 autobiography, titled, "The Constant Outsider: Memoirs of a South Boston Mechanic".
The 2022 version contains more photos, more descriptive writing, and updates covering the 13 year time span since the original memoir was written. But both of his autobiographies give readers a chilling, yet inspiring look at what went on in South Boston not that long ago. It was the era of "Whitey" Bulger's " reign of terror," as Tom calls it.
Tom also authored a fictional adaptation of his memoirs, titled, "67 Cents: Creation of a South Boston Killer". In "67 Cents" Tom answers a question which had lurked in the back of his mind for years. "How might my life have evolved had I given in to the temptation of easy money and prestige, and taken the alternate path to crime and violence which truly was offered and available to me?" Within "67 Cents", the fictional character, "Nick", says "Yes" to each and every offer that was made to the author in real life by both the Irish and Italian Mobs. Those offers of easy money through criminal involvement were significant, including an offer to kill a man for Tom. After Nick says "yes" to such things, there is no turning back. "67 Cents: Creation of a South Boston Killer" is a gritty story with violence and very strong adult language. The author does not recommend "67 Cents" for younger or sensitive readers. Alternately, "Memoirs of a South Boston Mechanic" was written to be enjoyed by all age groups of readers.
Thomas Cirignano has been a contributing writer to newspapers and magazines, and he served as an advisory member on The New Bedford Standard-Times Editorial Board. He was elected to serve on The Freetown-Lakeville Regional School Committee, and appointed to various other town committees and commissions.
Tom is a certified scuba diver, ultra-light aircraft pilot, motorcycle enthusiast, and loves boating. Unfortunately, a previous spinal fracture, Scoliosis, and multiple surgeries have now limited his ability to enjoy most of those activities.
For further information, visit www.TheConstantOutsider.Wordpress,com.
His books are available on Amazon and most other retailers.
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“Each of us is a book waiting to be written, and that book, if written, results in a person explained.”
― Thomas M. Cirignano, The Constant Outsider: Memoirs of a South Boston Mechanic

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“Each of us is a book waiting to be written, and that book, if written, results in a person explained.”
― Thomas M. Cirignano, The Constant Outsider: Memoirs of a South Boston Mechanic