About the book
Posing as jewel thief \"Donnie Brasco,\" FBI agent Joseph D. Pistone carried out the most audacious sting operation ever, working undercover for six years to infiltrate the flamboyant community of mafia soldiers, \"connected guys,\" captains and godfathers.
Now his unforgettable eyewitness account brings to pulsating life the entire world of wiseguys—their code of honor and their treachery, their wives, girlfriends and whores, their lavish spending and dirty dealings.
With the drama and suspense of a high-tension thriller, Joseph Pistone reveals every incredible aspect of the jealously guarded world he penetrated...and draws a chilling picture of what the mafia is, does, and means in America today.
Editions of Donnie Brasco
- Paperback
- ISBN 9780451192578
Read an Excerpt
Posing as jewel thief \"Donnie Brasco,\" FBI agent Joseph D. Pistone carried out the most audacious sting operation ever, working undercover for six years to infiltrate the flamboyant community of mafia soldiers, \"connected guys,\" captains and godfathers.
Now his unforgettable eyewitness account brings to pulsating life the entire world of wiseguys—their code of honor and their treachery, their wives, girlfriends and whores, their lavish spending and dirty dealings.
With the drama and suspense of a high-tension thriller, Joseph Pistone reveals every incredible aspect of the jealously guarded world he penetrated...and draws a chilling picture of what the mafia is, does, and means in America today.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Donnie Brasco about?
Posing as jewel thief \"Donnie Brasco,\" FBI agent Joseph D. Pistone carried out the most audacious sting operation ever, working undercover for six years to infiltrate the flamboyant community of mafia soldiers, \"connected guys,\" captains and godfathers.
Now his unforgettable eyewitness account brings to pulsating life the entire world of wiseguys—their code of honor and their treachery, their wives, girlfriends and whores, their lavish spending and dirty dealings.
With the drama and suspense of a high-tension thriller, Joseph Pistone reveals every incredible aspect of the jealously guarded world he penetrated...and draws a chilling picture of what the mafia is, does, and means in America today.
What core themes, tropes, or subjects are explored in Donnie Brasco?
Society and Social Sciences > Social services and welfare, criminology > Social welfare, social policy and social services > Emergency services > Police and security services
Where can I read a sample of Donnie Brasco?
You can read an official preview of the few pages here https://www.book2look.com/book/9780451192578
Who is/are the Author/s of the book Donnie Brasco?
Joseph D. Pistone
What are the ISBN numbers for the physical and digital editions?
Donnie Brasco is available as paperback(ISBN 9780451192578)
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