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Lucky: A Gangster Graphic Novel About Lucky Luciano
Delve into the enigmatic life of Charles "Lucky" Luciano, the notorious figure whose influence reshaped the world of criminal enterprise. In this gripping compendium of the four-part true-crime comic book series LUCKY, award-winning writer Christian Cipollini and illustrator Evgeny Frantsev bring forth the provocative and colorful tales of America's underworld. From the gritty streets of New York's lower east side to the lavish penthouses of Midtown Manhattan, follow Lucky's journey as he rises, indulges in his newfound power, and ultimately faces a dramatic fall from grace.
This captivating exploration of Lucky Luciano's life defies the conventional labels of an outlaw, revealing the complex layers beneath the notorious gangster. As you traverse the misadventures, high drama, violent clashes, passionate romances, and tragic moments, you'll encounter the remarkable cast of characters who played a part in shaping the future of crime. Step into a world where myths are dispelled, facts are unveiled, and the untold story of a 100% authentic gangster unfolds.
Don't miss this riveting journey into the heart of Lucky Luciano's legacy—a tale that challenges perceptions, unveils hidden truths, and celebrates the captivating allure of the underworld.
This captivating exploration of Lucky Luciano's life defies the conventional labels of an outlaw, revealing the complex layers beneath the notorious gangster. As you traverse the misadventures, high drama, violent clashes, passionate romances, and tragic moments, you'll encounter the remarkable cast of characters who played a part in shaping the future of crime. Step into a world where myths are dispelled, facts are unveiled, and the untold story of a 100% authentic gangster unfolds.
Don't miss this riveting journey into the heart of Lucky Luciano's legacy—a tale that challenges perceptions, unveils hidden truths, and celebrates the captivating allure of the underworld.
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Published August 9, 2023
About the author
Christian Cipollini
17 books11 followersChristian Cipollini has been a freelance journalist, writer, organized crime historian and designer for over a decade, covering everything from entertainment to human interest to gangsterism.
He is a graduate of Seton Hill University,the author of Diary of a Motor City Hit Man: The Chester Wheeler Campbell Story, Lucky Luciano: Mysterious Tales of a Gangland Legend, and Murder Inc.: Mysteries of the Mob's Most Deadly Hit Squad.
As an expert guest, he's appeared on episodes of Biography Channel Series "Gangsters: America's Most Evil," History Channel Series "United Stuff of America" and consulted on the critically-acclaimed National Geographic show "Drugs, Inc."
Recently, he's written & co-produced the documentary film Dopemen: America's First Drug Cartel and is preparing to release the long-awaited memoirs of cartel hitman El Mano Negra.
He is a graduate of Seton Hill University,the author of Diary of a Motor City Hit Man: The Chester Wheeler Campbell Story, Lucky Luciano: Mysterious Tales of a Gangland Legend, and Murder Inc.: Mysteries of the Mob's Most Deadly Hit Squad.
As an expert guest, he's appeared on episodes of Biography Channel Series "Gangsters: America's Most Evil," History Channel Series "United Stuff of America" and consulted on the critically-acclaimed National Geographic show "Drugs, Inc."
Recently, he's written & co-produced the documentary film Dopemen: America's First Drug Cartel and is preparing to release the long-awaited memoirs of cartel hitman El Mano Negra.
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