The Rise Of The Mafia

Murder, violence and corruption are words synonymous with organised crime. Its long and bloody history influences all our lives whether we know it or not. But what lies behind these shadowy organisation? Where did they come from and how did their influence become so widespread? In this extraordinary book, leading crime investigator Martin Short reveals the shocking truth of how the Mafia and other criminal organisations maintain their strength through public demand, as well as extortion and murder. Thrilling and sometimes terrifying in its conclusions, The Rise of the Mafia will rock you to the core.

Martin Short is one of Britain's foremost writers on crime and corruption. He has written several books and has produced and narrated numerous documentaries.