Serpico

Pages: 402
Published: 1973
Language: English

In 1960s New York City, police corruption was rampant, but Officer Frank Serpico refused to be silenced or bought. This biography tells the true story of a Brooklyn-born cop who dared to uphold his oath, even when it meant exposing his own department. His unwavering commitment to justice put his life on the line, making him a legend.

Prose complexity: 7/10

Tense Gritty Thought-Provoking Inspiring

Anti-Hero Reluctant Hero Fish Out of Water Betrayal

Biography Politics & Society True Crime

Peter Maas

Peter Maas was an American journalist and author. He was born in New York City and attended Duke University. Maas had Dutch and Irish heritage. He was the biographer of Frank Serpico, a New York City Police officer who testified against police corruption. Wikipedia Born: June 27, 1929, New York City, NY Died: August 23, 2001, New York City, NY Movies: Serpico, The Valachi Papers, King of the Gypsies, Marie Children: John-Michael Maas Spouse: Audrey Maas (m. 1962), Suzanne Maas (m. ?–2001)