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The honoured society

The honoured society

HistoryPolitics & Society
Pages
274
Published
1973
Language
English

Synopsis

Norman Lewis's "The Honoured Society" offers a deep dive into the history and inner workings of the Mafia in Sicily and its influence in the United States. This non-fiction account explores the origins and evolution of organized crime, examining its societal impact and the figures who shaped its notorious legacy. It provides a detailed look at the criminal underworld, drawing on historical events and personal observations.

Prose complexity
7/10

Vibe

InformativeGrittyComplexThought-Provoking

Genres

History Politics & Society True Crime Crime

Authors

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Arturo Peral Santamaría

Arturo Peral Santamaría is the author of Las Casas de los Rusos. His work explores themes often found in literary fiction.

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Norman Lewis

Norman Lewis was a British writer whose books often took readers to different parts of the world, seen in works like Travelling Hopefully and The Changing Sky. He also wrote about subjects like the Sicilian Mafia in The Honoured Society and even offered advice on language in How to increase your word power.