ISBN: 9780679768630 - excellent cadavers: the mafia and the death of the first italian republic [lingua inglese] (42 risultati)

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. In 1992 Italy was convulsed by two brazen Mafia assassinations of high-ranking officials. The latest "excellent cadavers" were Giovanni Falcone and Paolo Borsellino, the Sicilian magistrates who had been the Cosa Nostra's most implacable enemies. Yet in the aftermath of the murders, hundreds of "men of honor" were arrested and the government that ad protected them for nearly half a century was at last driven from office. This is the story that Stille tells with such insight and immediacy in Excellent Cadavers. Combining a profound understanding of his doomed heroes with and unprecedented look into the Mafia's stringent codes and murderous rivalries, he gives us a book that has the power of a great work of history and the suspense of a true thriller. "Riveting.a well-paced and highly informative account stocked with well-drawn characters."--Philadelphia Inquirer "Masterful.[Stille] delivers a stiletto-sharp portrait of the bloodthirsty Sicilian mafia."--Business Week.…

Paperback. Condizione: Fair. In 1992 Italy was convulsed by two brazen Mafia assassinations of high-ranking officials. The latest "excellent cadavers" were Giovanni Falcone and Paolo Borsellino, the Sicilian magistrates who had been the Cosa Nostra's most implacable enemies. Yet in the aftermath of the murders, hundreds of "men of honor" were arrested and the government that ad protected them for nearly half a century was at last driven from office. This is the story that Stille tells with such insight and immediacy in Excellent Cadavers. Combining a profound understanding of his doomed heroes with and unprecedented look into the Mafia's stringent codes and murderous rivalries, he gives us a book that has the power of a great work of history and the suspense of a true thriller. "Riveting.a well-paced and highly informative account stocked with well-drawn characters."--Philadelphia Inquirer "Masterful.[Stille] delivers a stiletto-sharp portrait of the bloodthirsty Sicilian mafia."--Business Week.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. In 1992 Italy was convulsed by two brazen Mafia assassinations of high-ranking officials. The latest "excellent cadavers" were Giovanni Falcone and Paolo Borsellino, the Sicilian magistrates who had been the Cosa Nostra's most implacable enemies. Yet in the aftermath of the murders, hundreds of "men of honor" were arrested and the government that ad protected them for nearly half a century was at last driven from office. This is the story that Stille tells with such insight and immediacy in Excellent Cadavers. Combining a profound understanding of his doomed heroes with and unprecedented look into the Mafia's stringent codes and murderous rivalries, he gives us a book that has the power of a great work of history and the suspense of a true thriller. "Riveting.a well-paced and highly informative account stocked with well-drawn characters."--Philadelphia Inquirer "Masterful.[Stille] delivers a stiletto-sharp portrait of the bloodthirsty Sicilian mafia."--Business Week.…

paperback. Condizione: Fair.

Condizione: acceptable. This copy has clearly been enjoyedâ"expect noticeable shelf wear and some minor creases to the cover. Binding is strong, and all pages are legible. May contain previous library markings or stamps.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. No Jacket. May have limited writing in cover pages. Pages are unmarked. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. No Jacket. Pages can have notes/highlighting. Spine may show signs of wear. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

Paperback. Condizione: Fair. No Jacket. Readable copy. Pages may have considerable notes/highlighting. ~ ThriftBooks: Read More, Spend Less.

paperback. Condizione: Good. Vintage Books ed. Corners are bent. Used - Good.

Condizione: Good. Good condition. A copy that has been read but remains intact. May contain markings such as bookplates, stamps, limited notes and highlighting, or a few light stains.

Condizione: Very Good. 1st Vintage Books Ed. Pages intact with possible writing/highlighting. Binding strong with minor wear. Dust jackets/supplements may not be included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Condizione: Good. 1st Vintage Books Ed. Pages intact with minimal writing/highlighting. The binding may be loose and creased. Dust jackets/supplements are not included. Stock photo provided. Product includes identifying sticker. Better World Books: Buy Books. Do Good.

Paperback. Condizione: Fair. In 1992 Italy was convulsed by two brazen Mafia assassinations of high-ranking officials. The latest "excellent cadavers" were Giovanni Falcone and Paolo Borsellino, the Sicilian magistrates who had been the Cosa Nostra's most implacable enemies. Yet in the aftermath of the murders, hundreds of "men of honor" were arrested and the government that ad protected them for nearly half a century was at last driven from office. This is the story that Stille tells with such insight and immediacy in Excellent Cadavers. Combining a profound understanding of his doomed heroes with and unprecedented look into the Mafia's stringent codes and murderous rivalries, he gives us a book that has the power of a great work of history and the suspense of a true thriller. "Riveting.a well-paced and highly informative account stocked with well-drawn characters."--Philadelphia Inquirer "Masterful.[Stille] delivers a stiletto-sharp portrait of the bloodthirsty Sicilian mafia."--Business Week.…

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. In 1992 Italy was convulsed by two brazen Mafia assassinations of high-ranking officials. The latest "excellent cadavers" were Giovanni Falcone and Paolo Borsellino, the Sicilian magistrates who had been the Cosa Nostra's most implacable enemies. Yet in the aftermath of the murders, hundreds of "men of honor" were arrested and the government that ad protected them for nearly half a century was at last driven from office. This is the story that Stille tells with such insight and immediacy in Excellent Cadavers. Combining a profound understanding of his doomed heroes with and unprecedented look into the Mafia's stringent codes and murderous rivalries, he gives us a book that has the power of a great work of history and the suspense of a true thriller. "Riveting.a well-paced and highly informative account stocked with well-drawn characters."--Philadelphia Inquirer "Masterful.[Stille] delivers a stiletto-sharp portrait of the bloodthirsty Sicilian mafia."--Business Week.…

Paperback. Condizione: Good. In 1992 Italy was convulsed by two brazen Mafia assassinations of high-ranking officials. The latest "excellent cadavers" were Giovanni Falcone and Paolo Borsellino, the Sicilian magistrates who had been the Cosa Nostra's most implacable enemies. Yet in the aftermath of the murders, hundreds of "men of honor" were arrested and the government that ad protected them for nearly half a century was at last driven from office. This is the story that Stille tells with such insight and immediacy in Excellent Cadavers. Combining a profound understanding of his doomed heroes with and unprecedented look into the Mafia's stringent codes and murderous rivalries, he gives us a book that has the power of a great work of history and the suspense of a true thriller. "Riveting.a well-paced and highly informative account stocked with well-drawn characters."--Philadelphia Inquirer "Masterful.[Stille] delivers a stiletto-sharp portrait of the bloodthirsty Sicilian mafia."--Business Week.…

paperback. Condizione: Good. Shows some light wear from age and use. Interior is good with sound binding and no marks, damage or labels.

Trade Paperback. Condizione: Used.

Condizione: good. This book is in good condition, with minimal signs of wear and tear.

Paperback. Condizione: Very Good. Book in Very Good condition.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Book in Good condition.

Paperback. Condizione: Good. Vintage Books ed. Ships in a BOX from Central Missouri! May not include working access code. Will not include dust jacket. Has used sticker(s) and some writing or highlighting. UPS shipping for most packages, (Priority Mail for AK/HI/APO/PO Boxes).

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Paperback or Softback. Condizione: New. Excellent Cadavers: The Mafia and the Death of the First Italian Republic. Book.

Condizione: New.

Paperback. Condizione: New.

Paperback. Condizione: new. Paperback. In 1992 Italy was convulsed by two brazen Mafia assassinations of high-ranking officials. The latest "excellent cadavers" were Giovanni Falcone and Paolo Borsellino, the Sicilian magistrates who had been the Cosa Nostra's most implacable enemies. Yet in the aftermath of the murders, hundreds of "men of honor" were arrested and the government that ad protected them for nearly half a century was at last driven from office. This is the story that Stille tells with such insight and immediacy in Excellent Cadavers . Combining a profound understanding of his doomed heroes with and unprecedented look into the Mafia's stringent codes and murderous rivalries, he gives us a book that has the power of a great work of history and the suspense of a true thriller. "Riveting.a well-paced and highly informative account stocked with well-drawn characters."--Philadelphia Inquirer "Masterful.[Stille] delivers a stiletto-sharp portrait of the bloodthirsty Sicilian mafia."--Business Week In 1992 Italy was convulsed by two brazen Mafia assassinations of high-ranking officials. The latest "excellent cadavers" were Giovanni Falcone and Paolo Borsellino, the Sicilian magistrates who had been the Cosa Nostra's most implacable enemies. Yet in the aftermath of the murders, hundreds of "men of honor" were arrested and the government that ad protected them for nearly half a century was at last driven from office. This is the story that Stille tells with such insight and immediacy in Excellent Cadavers. Combining a profound understanding of his doomed heroes with and unprecedented look into the Mafia's stringent codes and murderous rivalries, he gives us a book that has the power of a great work of history and the suspense of a true thriller. "Riveting.a well-paced and highly informative account stocked with well-drawn characters."—Philadelphia Inquirer "Masterful.[Stille] delivers a stiletto-sharp portrait of the bloodthirsty Sicilian mafia."—Business Week Shipping may be from multiple locations in the US or from the UK, depending on stock availability.…

Paperback. Condizione: New.

1st edition. Near fine paperback copy; edges very slightly dust-dulled and nicked. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, and clean. Physical description; 467 pages : illustrations, maps ; 25 cm. Notes; Includes bibliographical references (pages 445-449) and index. Subjects; Falcone, Giovanni. Borsellino, Paolo. Falcone, Giovanni. Mafia. 1900-1999. 1900-2018. Mafia Italy. Violence Italy. Elite (Social sciences) Italy. Politics and government. Violence. Judges Italy ; Biography. Mafia Italy History 20th century. Organized crime Italy History 20th century. Organized crime Italy. Judges. Organized crime. Terrorism Italy. Italy -- Politics and government -- 1994 - Organised crime -- Italy -- History. 1 Kg. …

1st edition. Near fine paperback copy; edges very slightly dust-dulled and nicked. Remains particularly well-preserved overall; tight, bright, and clean. Physical description; 467 pages : illustrations, maps ; 25 cm. Notes; Includes bibliographical references (pages 445-449) and index. Subjects; Falcone, Giovanni. Borsellino, Paolo. Falcone, Giovanni. Mafia. 1900-1999. 1900-2018. Mafia Italy. Violence Italy. Elite (Social sciences) Italy. Politics and government. Violence. Judges Italy ; Biography. Mafia Italy History 20th century. Organized crime Italy History 20th century. Organized crime Italy. Judges. Organized crime. Terrorism Italy. Italy -- Politics and government -- 1994 - Organised crime -- Italy -- History. 1 Kg. …

Condizione: Good. This is an ex-library book and may have the usual library/used-book markings inside.This book has soft covers. In good all round condition. Please note the Image in this listing is a stock photo and may not match the covers of the actual item,550grams, ISBN:9780679768630.