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Jersey Boss: The Rise of Mafia Power Jerry Catena

Jersey Boss: The Rise of Mafia Power Jerry Catena - Hardcover

by Scott M. Deitche
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Availability:In StockContributor:Scott M. DeitchePublish date:5/28/2026Pages:248
Languages:EnglishPublisher:Bloomsbury AcademicISBN-13:9781538194607ISBN-10:1538194600UPC:9781538194607Book Category:True Crime, Biography & AutobiographyBook Subcategory:Organized Crime, Criminals & Outlaws, MurderSize:9.10 x 6.10 x 0.90 inchesWeight:0.499Product ID:SCRK8ZCHRZ

Jerry Catena propelled up the ranks, becoming the first New Jersey mobster to lead a New York crime family, and his decades-long reign left an unparalleled legacy of crime, violence, and corruption.
Gerardo "Jerry" Catena was the boss of New Jersey. His reign lasted for decades, and he left an unparalleled legacy of crime and power and corruption. He was part of major moments of twentieth century America, from the mob's infiltration of labor unions to their control of Las Vegas and pre-Castro Cuba. Jersey Boss: The Rise of Mafia Power Jerry Catena is fast-paced and deeply researched look into the life of this enigmatic Mafia powerhouse. This book draws from law enforcement reports, interviews with former law enforcement and underworld figures, as well as people who knew Jerry personally.

Languages:EnglishPublisher:Bloomsbury AcademicISBN-13:9781538194607ISBN-10:1538194600UPC:9781538194607Book Category:True Crime, Biography & AutobiographyBook Subcategory:Organized Crime, Criminals & Outlaws, MurderSize:9.10 x 6.10 x 0.90 inchesWeight:0.499Product ID:SCRK8ZCHRZ
Scott M. Deitche is the author of numerous books on organized crime, including Garden State Gangland: The Rise of the Mob in New Jersey and The Silent Don: The Criminal Underworld of Santo Trafficante Jr. He has also written dozens of articles on organized crime for local and national magazines and newspapers. Scott has been featured on The Discovery Channel, The History Channel, A&E, C-SPAN, Oxygen as well as dozens of national and local news and radio shows. Scott is on the Advisory Council for The Mob Museum in Las Vegas. He lives in St. Petersburg, FL.
Publisher: Bloomsbury Academic

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