Courts, Criminals and the Camorra.
Train, Arthur. Courts, Criminals and the Camorra. New York: C. Scribner's Sons, 1912. 253 pp. Original blue cloth with gilt stamped spine and front cover emblem. Light shelfwear. Front free endpaper clipped. Internally clean. A very good copy. $35. * A collection of essays that explore the workings of the American criminal justice system in the early 20th century, culminating in an examination of the infamous Italian crime syndicate, the Camorra. The book is divided into three parts: Part 1: "Courts" includes essays that discuss the legal system from Train's perspective as a prosecutor. Topics include courtroom procedures, the function of jury trials, and legal concepts such as the presumption of innocence. Part 2: "Criminals" shifts focus to the subjects of the justice system. Here, Train discusses the mindset of criminals and the methods used by detectives to investigate and solve crimes. Part 3: "The Camorra" analyzes the Neapolitan organized crime syndicate. Train discusses the Camorra's influence in Italy and the appearance of Italian organized crime in America, comparing the judicial systems and criminal elements in both countries. As an experienced lawyer, Train uses vivid anecdotes and real-life cases to paint a realistic portrait of the legal landscape of his time. His observations offer both historical context and commentary that was considered timely and significant during the Progressive Era.
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