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The Bonanno Mafia Crime Family

The Complete History of a New York Criminal Organization (The Five Families)

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11 January 2024
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Dive into the clandestine world of one of New York's most enigmatic and feared crime syndicates with this comprehensive exploration of the Bonanno Mafia Crime Family. This meticulously researched book unveils the dark and complex web of activities, power struggles, and influential figures that shaped the Bonanno family's legacy.

From its roots in the 1890s under the guidance of founder Salvatore Maranzano, this narrative traces the Bonanno family's rise to power in the American underworld. Discover the ambitious and sometimes ruthless strategies of Joe Bonanno, the namesake and long-standing boss, whose tenure saw the family flourish and yet struggle with internal conflicts and law enforcement.

The book delves deep into pivotal moments in the family's history: the daring infiltration by FBI agent Joseph D. Pistone, known as Donnie Brasco, which brought unprecedented heat to the family, the role of significant members like Benjamin "Lefty" Ruggiero, captain Dominick "Sonny Black" Napolitano, and Alphonse "Sonny Red" Indelicato, whose stories intertwine with both the family's rise and the Brasco operation.


Key Insights:

  • The inception and rise of the Bonanno family, spearheaded by the formidable Joe Bonanno.
  • Intrigues of power struggles and the family's entanglement in the historic Castellammarese War.
  • The transformative years under Joe Bonanno's rule, shaping the family's identity and operations.
  • A daring infiltration by an FBI agent, known as Donnie Brasco, leading to unprecedented consequences.
  • Turbulence and adaptability, marking the family's journey through legal challenges and internal strife.


"The Bonanno Mafia Crime Family" is more than a historical account, it's a compelling exploration of the family's impact on organized crime and their enduring legacy. This book is a must-read for those fascinated by the machinations of one of America's most enigmatic criminal organizations.

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The Bonanno Mafia Crime Family

$61.00

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Dive into the clandestine world of one of New York's most enigmatic and feared crime syndicates with this comprehensive exploration of the Bonanno Mafia Crime Family. This meticulously researched book unveils the dark and complex web of activities, power struggles, and influential figures that shaped the Bonanno family's legacy.

From its roots in the 1890s under the guidance of founder Salvatore Maranzano, this narrative traces the Bonanno family's rise to power in the American underworld. Discover the ambitious and sometimes ruthless strategies of Joe Bonanno, the namesake and long-standing boss, whose tenure saw the family flourish and yet struggle with internal conflicts and law enforcement.

The book delves deep into pivotal moments in the family's history: the daring infiltration by FBI agent Joseph D. Pistone, known as Donnie Brasco, which brought unprecedented heat to the family, the role of significant members like Benjamin "Lefty" Ruggiero, captain Dominick "Sonny Black" Napolitano, and Alphonse "Sonny Red" Indelicato, whose stories intertwine with both the family's rise and the Brasco operation.


Key Insights:

  • The inception and rise of the Bonanno family, spearheaded by the formidable Joe Bonanno.
  • Intrigues of power struggles and the family's entanglement in the historic Castellammarese War.
  • The transformative years under Joe Bonanno's rule, shaping the family's identity and operations.
  • A daring infiltration by an FBI agent, known as Donnie Brasco, leading to unprecedented consequences.
  • Turbulence and adaptability, marking the family's journey through legal challenges and internal strife.


"The Bonanno Mafia Crime Family" is more than a historical account, it's a compelling exploration of the family's impact on organized crime and their enduring legacy. This book is a must-read for those fascinated by the machinations of one of America's most enigmatic criminal organizations.

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