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Mafia Cop: The Two Families of Michael Palermo; Saints Only Live in Heaven,Used
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Detective Michael Palermo built his career on his unique ability to inhabit two worlds at once: the world of law enforcement and the underworld of New Yorks crime family organizations in their 1960s and 70s heyday. A member of the elite Special Investigation Unit, he participated in over two thousand arrests while maintaining close relationships with the kingpins of organized crimeties that allowed him to stay one step ahead of the rest of the New York City Police Department.Detective Palermo was one of the privileged few members of the law enforcement community to be informed of the impending arrest of crime lord Vito Genovese by the federal government, and he served as an expert witness in international drug smuggling cases. Palermos hangouts included Castle Hill Avenue Bar in the Bronx, where he visited underworld informant Joe Valachi, and the Manhattan afterhours bar and casino owned by Vegas underboss Carmine Canicatti, a Mafia haunt where he was one of only two cops to gain admittance. From carrying out sensitive negotiations with major underworld figures to busting Harlem drug tracker Albie Simmons, underboss to drug lord Leroy Nicky Barnes, every dealing in Detective Palermos tortuous story shows nerve, worldclass Mafia expertise, and integrity at a time when crooked cops were the norm. This true crime drama takes you inside the New York City Police Department at its most corrupt and into the dark and dirty world of dons, consiglieres, underbosses, button men, soldiers, and cowboys.
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- Q: What is the main focus of 'Mafia Cop: The Two Families of Michael Palermo'? A: The book focuses on the life of Detective Michael Palermo, who navigated both law enforcement and the underworld of New York's crime families during the 1960s and 70s.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Mafia Cop' is Richard Cagan.
- Q: What is the format of this book? A: The book is available in paperback format.
- Q: How many pages does 'Mafia Cop' have? A: The book contains 416 pages.
- Q: When was 'Mafia Cop' published? A: The book was published on July 14, 2015.
- Q: Is this book a true crime story? A: Yes, 'Mafia Cop' is a true crime narrative that explores the complexities of law enforcement and organized crime.
- Q: What are some key themes in 'Mafia Cop'? A: Key themes include the duality of law enforcement and crime, the relationships between cops and criminals, and the moral dilemmas faced in a corrupt system.
- Q: Can this book be useful for understanding organized crime? A: Yes, it provides insights into the workings of organized crime and the challenges faced by law enforcement in combating it.
- Q: What type of reader would enjoy 'Mafia Cop'? A: Readers interested in true crime, law enforcement, and organized crime history would likely find this book engaging.
- Q: Is there any special edition of this book? A: The book is a reprint edition, which may include updated content or additional information.