Tales from the Tiller: True Stories of Heroism, Heartbreak, and Humor
The Luckiest Guy Alive & His Journey in the FDNY
By Tony Bonfiglio

A raw, riveting, and unforgettable firefighter memoir from the frontlines of New York City's most dangerous decades.

In this gripping and occasionally scandalous memoir, veteran New York City firefighter Tony Bonfiglio takes readers on a remarkable journey through his 21-year career, offering a raw and unfiltered look at life on the frontlines of one of the world's most dangerous professions.

Chronicling his rise as a probie firefighter to seasoned veteran, Bonfiglio vividly gives readers a no-holds-barred portrait of working on the gritty streets of Upper Manhattan in the 1980s. In a city battered by drugs, violence, and arson, he learns quickly that every day is a battle -- not just with flames, but with the dangers and challenges of an unpredictable neighborhood.

But Bonfiglio also shares the lighter side of life in the firehouse, where camaraderie, laughter, and the shared bond of brotherhood are essential to survival. His stories of shopping for the meal, cooking, eating, and practical joking with his fellow firefighters reveal the close-knit, irreverent culture of a brotherhood that thrived against all odds

The memoir builds toward its heartrending conclusion with the events of 9/11. After the dust settles and the city begins to heal, Bonfiglio retires, leaving behind a legacy shaped by courage, sacrifice, and a deep love for the brotherhood of the fire service.

Perfect for readers who love:

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True firefighter stories and first responder memoirs

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The grit and heart of FDNY culture

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9/11 hero accounts and real NYC history

Praise for Tales from the Tiller:

"It was freaking intense!! I was riveted!!" - George D'Alessandro, Wrestling Champion (and cousin)

"This could be a bestseller... then a movie. Dream big, my brother!" - Bobby McGuire, FDNY Fireman & Boxing Team President

"Very well written. Makes you feel like you're there." - Pat M., Manhattan resident

This is the story of a firefighter's life -- told with grit, heart, and laugh-out-loud honesty. If you want a front-row seat to the real FDNY, Tales from the Tiller delivers.

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• Biographies & MemoirsProfessionals & AcademicsFire & Emergency Services
• HistoryUnited States

• Publication Date: September 5, 2025
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• Print Length: 328 Pages
• File Size: 64 KB