Dino: Living High in the Dirty Business of Dreams by Nick Tosches

This is a hardcover first-edition biography of the legendary entertainer Dean Martin, authored by acclaimed writer Nick Tosches. The book features a black dust jacket with a central color portrait of Dean Martin, surrounded by ghostly, monochromatic repeat images of him in the background. The title 'DINO' is prominently displayed at the top in a tall, white serif font, while the author's name 'NICK TOSCHES' appears at the bottom. The subtitle is rendered in a vibrant yellow script-like typeface. This specific copy appears to be a standard octavo size, typical of major trade publications from the early 1990s (originally published in 1992). The condition of the dust jacket shows visible wear, including noticeable scuffing on the black laminate, edge wear along the top and bottom of the spine, and slightly bumped corners. The binding appears intact, though the presentation suggests a used copy that has been handled. The paper stock used in such editions is generally acid-free, and the craftsmanship reflects standard high-volume commercial publishing of the era. This biography is highly regarded for its gritty, investigative tone and is a staple for collectors of Rat Pack memorabilia and modern non-fiction literature.