King of the Camorra

By E Serao

Book Overview

""King of the Camorra"" is a novel written by Italian author, journalist and feminist, Matilde Serao, and first published in 1913. The story is set in Naples and follows the rise of a young man named Gennaro Mione, who becomes the leader of a powerful Camorra gang. The Camorra is a notorious criminal organization that operates in Naples and the surrounding areas. Gennaro, a poor and uneducated boy, is taken under the wing of the Camorra boss, Don Antonio, who sees potential in him. Gennaro quickly rises through the ranks of the organization, becoming a feared and respected leader. However, as he gains power and wealth, he becomes increasingly ruthless and corrupt. The novel explores themes of power, corruption, loyalty, and the consequences of one's actions. It also provides a glimpse into the inner workings of the Camorra and the social and economic conditions that allow such criminal organizations to thrive. Overall, ""King of the Camorra"" is a gripping and thought-provoking read that offers a fascinating portrayal of the criminal underworld in early 20th century Naples.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1166606325
• ISBN13: 9781166606329
• Release Date: September 2010
• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Length: 312 Pages
• Weight: 0.92 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.7" x 6.0" x 9.0"