The Godfather is the Mafia leader Vito Corleone, a benevolent despot who stops at nothing to gain and hold power. Set in Long Island, Hollywood and Sicily, this is a story of a feudal society within society which does not hesitate to consolidate its power.
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The narrative bowls along... to keep readers turning pages all the way to an explosive showdown. (Daily Mail )
Here is all the classic material of Mafia mythology... spins a spell all its own (The Times )
The Godfather, one of the most entertaining and absorbing popular novels of the postwar period... Puzo's masterpiece (Robert McCrum Observer )
A splendid and distinguished blood saga of the Cosa Nostra, the American Mafia, and of the whirl created by five families of mafiosi at war in New York (Sunday Times )
Puzo's genius was to create a world so thick with personality and acknowledged rules of behaviour, along with its crime and violence, that reading his books becomes a seriously guilty pleasure (New York Post ) --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
Here is all the classic material of Mafia mythology... spins a spell all its own (The Times )
The Godfather, one of the most entertaining and absorbing popular novels of the postwar period... Puzo's masterpiece (Robert McCrum Observer )
A splendid and distinguished blood saga of the Cosa Nostra, the American Mafia, and of the whirl created by five families of mafiosi at war in New York (Sunday Times )
Puzo's genius was to create a world so thick with personality and acknowledged rules of behaviour, along with its crime and violence, that reading his books becomes a seriously guilty pleasure (New York Post ) --This text refers to an alternate Paperback edition.
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The classic mafia tale - reissued to celebrate the 40th anniversary of first publication
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35 of 38 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
The Godfather is a powerful story not just of the mafia underworld, but of family, of power and the corruption that so often follows it, and of a great, yet dangerous man, Don Corleone. The mafia dealings are not a vital component of the story, often just referred to as "family business", but all that isn't necessary to understand the workings of the Corleone family. It is very difficult not to admire the power of the Godfather as well as his devotion to his family, and one can but sympathise with Michael as he tries to step into his father's shoes, finding that they simply do not fit. The story shows a great knowledge of the American mafia without glorifying it, with an ending to prove this point. Not only Puzo's finest novel by far, but fiction's finest gangster story, and undoubtedly among the finest works of fiction of the twentieth century.
4 of 4 people found the following review helpful
By Mistermark21
Format:Paperback
I couldnt put this book down, i found myself reading a lot more throughout the day and contantly thinking about the story. The characters and scenes in my head play a lot better than the film ever did (the joy of reading).
I've seen The Godfather movie and although i enjoyed it i couldnt stand part 2 (except for the young Vito flashbacks) and I didnt liek number 3. I learned that it's because the parts in the movie i enjoyed where the parts that came directly from the book. The book also covers parts that the film doesnt, what happens to Lucy Mancini? To Johnny Fontane? What's Albert Neri's background? You're in for a real treat when you buy this book.
I've seen The Godfather movie and although i enjoyed it i couldnt stand part 2 (except for the young Vito flashbacks) and I didnt liek number 3. I learned that it's because the parts in the movie i enjoyed where the parts that came directly from the book. The book also covers parts that the film doesnt, what happens to Lucy Mancini? To Johnny Fontane? What's Albert Neri's background? You're in for a real treat when you buy this book.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
By Jonny123
Format:Paperback
I'd been itching to watch the films for ages and decided I'd read the book first of all. I'm glad I did. Without a doubt this is a masterpiece of epic proportions. Take a bow Mario Puzo. I've grew up seeing this Don Corleone as a cultural icon and never really understanding why. I get it now. Without a shadow of a doubt one of the greatest characters ever created.
"What manner of men are we then, if we do not have reason. We are all no better than beasts in the jungle if that were the case."
Enough said. I'll read this book until the pages fall out. Absolutley Awesome!!!
"What manner of men are we then, if we do not have reason. We are all no better than beasts in the jungle if that were the case."
Enough said. I'll read this book until the pages fall out. Absolutley Awesome!!!
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Classic
Fifth time of reading, but first on a kindle. Could not put this book down - still! A must read for anyone.
Published 5 days ago by TM
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Films are better for once
Not a bad read but in contradistinction to all those rather poor cinematic versions of good novels, this suffers by comparison with the great Copploa trilogy. Read more
Published 18 days ago by Mr J R Hill
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AMAZING
I absolutely adore this book. It has made me fall in love even more with the Italian culture and has given me more than insight into the mafia life. Read more
Published 28 days ago by Rose
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Stunning!
The film is excellent - the book is better! Why haven't I read this before? Absolutely stunning. Don't hesitate; buy it.
Published 1 month ago by Yogamum
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What a book
Mario Puzo is an absolute master at writing, the Godfather is without a doubt one of the best books I have ever read, the story is an astounding masterpiece. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Kyle
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Read it twice
I've never re-read a book, but I did this, after I'd watched all the films and was feeling a bit obsessed with Al Pacino and the whole Godfather project. Read more
Published 1 month ago by TreasureChest
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A classic
A wonderful film but a better book. A master craftsman weaving magic in every page. Well worth reading and highly recommended to all
Published 1 month ago by M M KIRK
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Astounding
Mario Puzo writes beautiful. The characters are so cleverly written that they seem believable. You find yourself wanting to meet the people in the book, see their faces, watch... Read more
Published 1 month ago by Lottie
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The Godfather of gangster novels
Very glad this book is finally available on kindle.
One of the rare books that has been adapted to a movie, where fans of one won't be disappointed by the other. Read more
One of the rare books that has been adapted to a movie, where fans of one won't be disappointed by the other. Read more
Published 1 month ago by Bob
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Great book
I Loved this book and couldn't put it down. I would recommend it to anyone who loves all the film's
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