Name: Mafia: A Global History (en Inglés)
SKU: 65732163
Price: 591.09 MXN
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Author: Ryan Gingeras
ISBN: 9781668056424

portada Mafia: A Global History (en Inglés)

Formato

Libro Físico

Editorial

Avid Reader Press / Simon & Schuster

Autor

Ryan Gingeras

Año

2026

Idioma

Inglés

N° páginas

416

Encuadernación

Tapa Dura

Dimensiones

22.86x15.24x2.5 cm

ISBN13

9781668056424

Mafia: A Global History (en Inglés)

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Reseña del libro "Mafia: A Global History (en Inglés)"

A gripping and deeply researched exploration of the hidden influence of organized crime on the global economy that reveals the mafia as an uncredited architect of modern society.

In Mafia: A Global History, Ryan Gingeras takes readers on a fascinating journey into the shadowy world of organized crime and its far-reaching impact on contemporary society. From backroom deals to global power plays, this compelling narrative spans two centuries, unraveling the complex ties between crime syndicates and law enforcement—and how these relationships have reshaped both sides in unexpected ways.

Drawing on over a decade of in-depth research into the global drug trade, Gingeras profiles legendary figures like Al Capone, Pablo Escobar, El Chapo, and Dawood Ibrahim, bringing their stories to life while exposing how these mafias have tested the boundaries of state power. By challenging the law, these criminal networks force governments to adapt, leaving an indelible mark on governance, society, and the global economy.

Gingeras identifies three key spheres of transformation: the legal limits tested by mafias, their economic activities reflecting the Western bloc’s dominance in global trade, and their undeniable presence in pop culture. As crime syndicates continue to evolve in the 21st century, Gingeras highlights the alarming blurring of lines between gangsters, corporations, and political leaders—a trend that threatens to destabilize the global order.

For true crime fans and history buffs alike, Mafia is a must-read. With echoes of Mark Bowden’s Killing Pablo and Sam Quinones’s Dreamland, Gingeras delivers a masterful blend of storytelling and meticulous analysis that will leave you questioning just how much of the world around us is shaped by those operating in the shadows.