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The Godfather

The classic bestseller that inspired the legendary film
By Mario Puzo
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The Godfather by Mario Puzo is a gripping tale that delves into the complex and powerful world of the Mafia family led by Don Vito Corleone. As the Don manoeuvres through rivalries and alliances, the novel explores themes of power, loyalty, and the intricacies of crime syndicates. Through multi-generational storytelling, the book intricately portrays the balance between family ties and the unforgiving nature of organised crime.
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You might enjoy this book if you're fascinated by tales of power, family, and loyalty within the underworld of organised crime. With its riveting plot and complex characters, it explores the intricate dynamics of a powerful Mafia family and the influence they wield, offering both suspense and an in-depth look into the criminal underbelly.

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The Godfather

Sonny Corleone is an old hand, while World War II veteran Michael Corleone is unused to the world of crime and reluctant to plunge into the business.

Both the police and ruthless rival crime lords scent blood in the water.

'As for fiction, there can only be one choice - The Godfather' The Times

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The classic mafia tale - reissued to celebrate the 40th anniversary of its first publication.

The classic novel that inspired 'the greatest crime film of all time'.

Tyrant, blackmailer, racketeer, murderer - his influence reaches every level of American society. Meet Don Corleone, a friendly man, a just man, a reasonable man. The deadliest lord of the Cosa Nostra. The Godfather.

But no man can stay on top forever, not when he has enemies on both sides of the law. As the ageing Vito Corleone nears the end of a long life of crime, his sons must step up to manage the family business. Sonny Corleone is an old hand, while World War II veteran Michael Corleone is unused to the world of crime and reluctant to plunge into the business.

Both the police and ruthless rival crime lords scent blood in the water. If the Corleone family is to survive, it needs a ruthless new don. But the price of success in a violent life may be too high to bear...

A modern masterpiece, The Godfather is a searing portrayal of the 1940s criminal underworld. Still shocking long after its initial publication, this compelling tale of blackmail, murder and family values is a true classic.

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Mario Puzo's The Godfather is lauded for its gripping narrative that keeps readers hooked until its explosive climax, filled with classic Mafia mythology and intrigue. It's hailed as one of the most entertaining novels of the postwar period and described as a distinguished blood saga reflective of the intricate world of the American Mafia. The book is recognised for its depth of character and immersive storytelling, making it an intensely captivating read.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780099528128

Publisher: Cornerstone

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 02 July 2009

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Arrow Books Ltd

Illustration: none

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 37.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 198.0mm

Weight: 415g

Pages: 608

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About the Author

Mario Puzo was born in New York. He is the author of the bestselling novel The Godfather and many other acclaimed novels. Puzo also wrote many screenplays, including those for the three Godfather movies, for which he won two academy awards. He died at his home in Long Island, New York, at the age of seventy-eight.

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