Murder, violence and corruption are words synonymous with organised crime. Its long and bloody history influences all our lives whether we know it or not. But what lies behind these shadowy organisations? Where did they come from and how did their influence become so widespread? In this extraordinary book, leading crime investigator Martin Short reveals the shocking truth of how the Mafia and other criminal organisations maintain their strength through public demand, as well as extortion and murder. The Rise of the Mafia traces the roots of modern organised crime. Martin Short has met hundreds of people with first-hand knowledge and has interviewed some of the most powerful mob masters and informers in the business as well as speaking with key police and FBI officers.
- ISBN10 1843587173
- ISBN13 9781843587170
- Publish Date 22 July 2011 (first published 31 July 2009)
- Publish Status Active
- Publish Country GB
- Imprint John Blake Publishing Ltd
- Format eBook
- Language English