America’s Most Powerful Mafia Empires

Five Families: The Rise, Decline, and Resurgence of America’s Most Powerful Mafia Empires is an essential read for anyone interested in the history of organized crime. Written by renowned journalist and author Selwyn Raab, this gripping account delivers an in-depth look into the world of the five infamous Mafia families in America – the Bonannos, Colombos, Gambinos, Genoveses and Luccheses – from their rise to prominence during Prohibition to their decline following a series of federal prosecutions. Through extensive research and interviews with current and former members of the mob, Raab offers readers a unique perspective on the inner workings of these powerful organizations. From scandals to power struggles to murder, Five Families paints a vivid portrait of America’s criminal underworld.