Bash. Miami was either the vacation spot or a place to start fresh for the mafia, beginning in the early 20th century. With plentiful business opportunities, mobsters could profit from its year-round beautiful weather, increasing population, cooperative law enforcement, and overall easy lifestyle. This volume covers the low-key involvement of organized crime in Miami, along with their activities within the community. 128 pages, 191 B&W photos, 6½"x 9¼", softcover.