Season One: Delgato Family

John Kobler

This authoritative biography traces the rise of Al Capone from Brooklyn street gangs to the notorious Chicago crime boss who became a symbol of Prohibition-era America. Drawing on historical records and firsthand accounts, it explores the criminal empire, political corruption, violence, and public fascination that surrounded his reign. The narrative also examines the man behind the legend, revealing the contradictions between Capone’s ruthless power and his carefully cultivated image as a benefactor. Vivid and meticulously researched, the book offers a compelling portrait of organized crime and the turbulent society that allowed it to flourish.