Routledge - The Camorra: Political Criminality in Italy Book

Explore the complex history of one of Italy's most significant criminal organizations. In The Camorra: Political Criminality in Italy, author Tom Behan provides a detailed account of the Naples-based group and its rise to power. While often compared to the Sicilian mafia, the Camorra is a distinct entity that emerged decades earlier. This book tracks the evolution of the organization from its early beginnings through its shifting influence over the years. You will learn how the group maintained deep ties with regional politicians and how its structure transformed significantly starting in the 1970s. The text examines the development of new, more powerful factions, such as Raffaele Cutola's mass camorra, which changed the landscape of organized crime in the region. Ideal for readers interested in European history, Italian politics, and the sociology of organized crime, this Routledge publication offers a historical perspective on how criminal networks and political structures interact. It serves as a serious study of how an organization can grow to rival established mafia groups through decades of strategic development and political connection.