CANZIO

About the Book

Canzio Ricci survived a parachute jump behind enemy lines during WWII. Figuring he has won one roll of the dice, he is determined to do it his way on the next roll. Coming home after the war he becomes the smartest gangster on the east coast, living large, driving big cars, and having beautiful ladies on his arm. Never busted, never needed a lawyer, he outsmarted police chiefs, mayors, and other crew bosses. From cons and scams to loan sharkin´ in Vegas, it´s all there. Philadelphia reporter Sal Luca gives details of what this very wise guy got away with in CANZIO: A Sal Luca Gig.

About the Author

Jon, at the urging of his new bride Cathey, enters the world of publishing with two books: ‘Canzio’, a wiseguy biography and ‘Santa Is Out There’, a collection of holiday short stories. Cathey provided the graphic art for the covers. Jon was awarded the Fourth Estate Award for military journalism. He is a decorated Army officer (retired) and a former police officer. Collaborating on three new books, Jon and Cathey live in Tucson, Arizona.