Mario Puzo Libri

After Mario Puzo wrote his internationally acclaimed The Godfather, he has often been imitated but never equaled. Puzo's classic novel, The Sicilian, stands as a cornerstone of his work--a lushly romantic, unforgettable tale of bloodshed, justice, and treachery. . . . The year is 1950. Michael Corleone is nearing the end of his exile in Sicily. The Godfather has commanded Michael to bring a young Sicilian bandit named Salvatore Guiliano back with him to America. But Guiliano is a man entwined in a bloody web of violence and vendettas. In Sicily, Guiliano is a modern day Robin Hood who has defied corruption--and defied the Cosa Nostra. Now, in the land of mist-shrouded mountains and ancient ruins, Michael Corleone's fate is entwined with the dangerous legend of Salvatore Guiliano: warrior, lover, and the ultimate Siciliano. From the Paperback edition. Page Numbers Source ISBN: 0345441702

The third novel in Mario Puzo's Mafia trilogy surpasses the third Godfather film and many others with its colorful characters, snappy dialogue, and a complex, satisfying plot. The story begins with retired Mafioso Don Raymonde Aprile attending his grandson's confirmation in New York, handing out gold coins to the children. The scene is vividly described, from the cathedral's grandeur to the innocent attire of the children. However, the tranquility shatters when the Don is shot, setting off a chain of events that threatens the family's legacy. With Don Aprile incapacitated, his adopted nephew Astorre must take charge. The Don's biological children are largely distanced from the Mafia lifestyle, with one son in the army, another in television, and his daughter Nicole, a sharp lawyer who often debated moral issues with her father. Astorre, an amiable macaroni importer, is secretly prepared to step into the Don's shoes, but he must navigate the treacherous waters of loyalty and vengeance. As the plot unfolds, questions arise about who orchestrated the hit: a conflicted FBI agent, a rival mob boss, or a diplomat with ulterior motives. Puzo's signature lean prose, cynicism, and flawed yet endearing characters shine throughout, making this a fitting conclusion to his career. The novel is a cinematic experience in its own right, capturing the essence of the Mafia world.

Con II padrino ha creato uno dei più memorabili best-seller di tutti i tempi; adesso, in contemporanea mondiale, il grande ritorno di Mario Puzo rinnova quella leggenda. Ecco L'ultimo padrino, dunque: ovvero Don Domenico Clericuzio che, come i suoi predecessori, ha sterminato i rivali senza pietà. Un patriarca feroce anche nei legami di sangue e spietato nel portare a termine il progetto mafioso degli anni Novanta: trasformare la potenza tentacolare di Cosa Nostra in un impero finanziario legale. Come? Mettendo le mani su Las Vegas e Hollywood, sul gioco d'azzardo e sullo spettacolo con l'aiuto dei politici, ricattati o compiacenti. Il romanzo si apre sul flashback del battesimo di due bambini nella fortezza dei Clericuzio a Long Island: sono Dante e Cross, nipoti del Don.

Michael Corleone, il figlio del "Padrino", sta per concludere i suoi due anni di esilio in Sicilia e rientrare negli Stati Uniti, quando lo raggiunge un ordine di suo padre: deve portare con sé Salvatore Giuliano, sottraendolo al destino di morte che già si prepara per lui. Comincia così la storia del Siciliano, il giovane fuorilegge che ha osato sfidare i rappresentanti del governo di Roma e la mafia stessa in nome dei diritti e della libertà dei suoi conterranei. Le imprese di Giuliano hanno leso interessi troppo ingenti, smascherato alleanze di potere inconfessabili, infranto patti insanguinati di oppressione scritti nel codice distorto dell'onore. Per la mafia, e per chi con essa domina e sfrutta la Sicilia, è troppo: don Croce, il 'capo dei capi' ha emesso la condanna a morte sulla testa di Giuliano. Riuscirà Michael Corleone a salvare il Siciliano?

This trade paperback edition of a classic novel includes a fresh Introduction and Afterword, enhancing its appeal for both new readers and longtime fans. Praised for its engaging narrative, the story delves into themes of power, family, and crime, offering a captivating exploration of its characters and their turbulent lives. The added content provides additional insights, making it a compelling read for those interested in a rich, immersive experience.

For Vito Corleone, nothing is more important than his family's future. While his youngest children are in school, he worries most about Sonny, his eldest child. Vito pushes Sonny to be a businessman, but Sonny wants something else: to follow in his father's footsteps and become a part of the real family business.