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NPR's A Martinez talks to Louis Ferrante about the first volume of his Borgata trilogy on the history of the American Mafia. Ferrante is a former high-ranking member of the Gambino crime family.

NPR's A Martinez speaks with American writer Louis Ferrante about his latest book, "Borgata: Clash of Titans: a History of the American Mafia." ...

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NPR's A Martinez speaks with American writer Louis Ferrante about his latest book, "Borgata: Clash of Titans: a History of the American Mafia." LOUIS FERRANTE: I was a criminal from when I was 13 ...

His new book is "Borgata: Clash Of Titans: A History Of The American Mafia." Lou, can't wait for Volume 3. FERRANTE: Thank you so much. I appreciate it, and I'm looking forward to seeing you again.