Francesco Scannella
Sicilian Shadows
- ISBN 13:
- 9781909339279
- author:
- Francesco Scannella
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Medina Publishing Ltd
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2014
- Pages:
- 368
- Dimensions:
- 3.2 x 14.6 x 22.2 cm
- Genre:
- Biography, True Crime,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Francesco Scannella's Sicilian Shadows is a gripping memoir that recounts his harrowing experiences growing up in a world dominated by the Mafia. At just seven years old, Francesco was torn from his English home and sent to live in the heart of the Cosa Nostra, where he had to rely on his wit and fists to survive. As he navigates this treacherous landscape, Francesco shares stories of tragic young love, brutal violence, and the complexities of Sicilian culture. With wry humour and brutal honesty, he reveals the true nature of life in a society ruled by fear and intimidation. This is a story of loss of innocence, a tribute to his homeland, and a history lesson about one of the world's most misunderstood societies. With names, times, and places altered for obvious reasons, Francesco Scannella offers a unique perspective on a region often shrouded in mystery. His memoir is an absorbing account that sheds light on the darker aspects of Sicilian life, making it a compelling read for anyone interested in true crime and personal memoirs.
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