• The Shadows of Power: A History of the Italian Mafia

  • Mar 29 2025
  • Duración: 31 m
  • Podcast

The Shadows of Power: A History of the Italian Mafia

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  • "The Shadows of Power: A History of the Italian Mafia" examines the multifaceted history of the Italian Mafia, primarily focusing on the Sicilian Cosa Nostra, from its 19th-century origins to its fragmented state in 2025. The book traces the evolution of this criminal empire, highlighting key figures like Antonio Giammona, Vito Cascio Ferro, Salvatore "Lucky" Luciano, Calogero Vizzini, and culminating with Matteo Messina Denaro. It explores the Mafia's growth, its adaptation to various historical periods including Prohibition and Mussolini's rule, its internal conflicts such as the Mafia Wars, and the state's efforts to combat it. Ultimately, the work reflects on the enduring legacy and persistent shadows of the Mafia in Sicilian society and beyond.

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