The classic epic by Mario Puzo, which became a global phenomenon
With its brilliant and gritty depiction of the Corleone family, The Godfather was deeply etched into the collective consciousness. This unforgettable story of crime and corruption, passion and loyalty, continues to endure over time as the ultimate novel about the world of the Mafia.

At the heart of the story is Don Vito Corleone, the man who builds an empire on the fringes of the American dream, and Michael, the son who struggles between the life he chose and the fate that claims him. In an atmosphere filled with tension, the code of honor, alliances, and conflicts of a world where power is won by blood and maintained by fear come to light.

In 1969, Mario Puzo's epic work became a #1 New York Times bestseller, and in 1972 it was brought to the big screen by Francis Ford Coppola, with Marlon Brando and Al Pacino in the leading roles, creating the legendary film that won the Oscar for Best Picture.