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Mentioned in 26 episodes
The Godfather
Book • 1969
Published in 1969, 'The Godfather' by Mario Puzo is a crime novel that follows the story of the Corleone family, one of the Five Families of the New York Mafia.
The novel spans from the early life of Vito Corleone to the rise of his youngest son, Michael, as the new Don. The story explores themes of loyalty, power, and violence as the family navigates internal conflicts, external threats, and the transition of leadership.
Michael, initially reluctant to join the family business, becomes deeply involved after an assassination attempt on his father and eventually succeeds Vito as the head of the family.
The novel is known for its realistic portrayal of organized crime and its impact on the characters' personal lives.
The novel spans from the early life of Vito Corleone to the rise of his youngest son, Michael, as the new Don. The story explores themes of loyalty, power, and violence as the family navigates internal conflicts, external threats, and the transition of leadership.
Michael, initially reluctant to join the family business, becomes deeply involved after an assassination attempt on his father and eventually succeeds Vito as the head of the family.
The novel is known for its realistic portrayal of organized crime and its impact on the characters' personal lives.
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Will Storr as an example of a book where the character's theory of control is about avoiding gangster life.
Will Storr as an example of a book where the character's theory of control is about avoiding gangster life.
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Mentioned by William Von Hippel as an example of someone who defied their parents' expectations to achieve success.
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David Rosenthal as a book that he recently read and enjoyed, finding it to be better than the movies.
David Rosenthal as a book that he recently read and enjoyed, finding it to be better than the movies.
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Recommended by Bobby Hundreds as one of his favorite books, highlighting the dedication to craft in the author's life.
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Scott Galloway in the context of discussing his financial journey and the importance of talking about money.
Scott Galloway in the context of discussing his financial journey and the importance of talking about money.
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Mentioned by Francis Ford Coppola as the author of "The Godfather", highlighting his collaboration and fondness for him.
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Mentioned as the writer of the novel “The Godfather” and the initial writer for the screenplay.
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Mentioned by James Altucher as an author whose novel "The Godfather" had significant portions cut for its movie adaptation.
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