(Italian for "The Boss of Bosses") primarily refers to a term used for the top leader of the Mafia, as well as a popular book and television series based on the life of Sicilian mobster Salvatore "Totò" Riina. The Mafia Title
The book provides a detailed criminal biography of Riina, documenting his violent climb to the top of Cosa Nostra and his subsequent "war against the State," which included the assassinations of magistrates Giovanni Falcone and Paolo Borsellino. Il capo dei capi
Spanning from 1943 to 1993, it follows Riina from his impoverished childhood in Corleone to his arrest after 25 years as a fugitive. (Italian for "The Boss of Bosses") primarily refers
The term Capo di tutti i capi (or capo dei capi ) describes a high-ranking leader who holds significant influence over a territory's commission, often acting as a "first among equals". The term Capo di tutti i capi (or
It is considered an essential work for understanding the Corleonesi clan's ascent to power.
The title was used in the early 20th century, notably by Joe Masseria and Salvatore Maranzano in the U.S..