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Forget the tailored suits and operatic violence of The Godfather . In Federico Varese’s , the reality of organized crime is far more mundane—and significantly more fascinating. Varese doesn't just describe the underworld; he offers

For those looking to understand the intersection of power, money, and human frailty, reviewers from LSE Review of Books and The Guardian agree: this is the definitive account of the modern mobster.

: Explores the complex, often fragile role of sentiments and the evolving position of women in a hyper-masculine culture.